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Where is a duodenal ulcer usually located?
Where is a duodenal ulcer usually located?
- Duodenal bulb of the small intestine (correct)
- Jejunum
- Stomach
- Esophagus
Which age group is more commonly affected by gastric ulcers?
Which age group is more commonly affected by gastric ulcers?
- Teenagers between 13-19 years old
- Adults between 30-50 years old
- Children under 10 years old
- Elderly individuals over 60 years old (correct)
What is the hormone-like substance that keeps blood vessels dilated and stimulates mucus and bicarbonate production in the stomach?
What is the hormone-like substance that keeps blood vessels dilated and stimulates mucus and bicarbonate production in the stomach?
- Insulin
- Prostaglandins (PGs) (correct)
- Thyroid hormone
- Growth hormone
Which aggressive factor is commonly associated with the development of peptic ulcers?
Which aggressive factor is commonly associated with the development of peptic ulcers?
Which factor is considered the first line of defense in protecting the stomach lining?
Which factor is considered the first line of defense in protecting the stomach lining?
Which factor plays a role in the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers by attracting inflammatory cells to the mucosa?
Which factor plays a role in the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers by attracting inflammatory cells to the mucosa?
In the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers, which action decreases mucous and bicarbonate secretion?
In the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers, which action decreases mucous and bicarbonate secretion?
What is the primary route through which Helicobacter pylori (HP) is spread?
What is the primary route through which Helicobacter pylori (HP) is spread?
Which population group is at a greater risk of developing NSAID-related complications?
Which population group is at a greater risk of developing NSAID-related complications?
What effect does aspirin have on cyclooxygenase activity in the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers?
What effect does aspirin have on cyclooxygenase activity in the pathogenesis of peptic ulcers?
