Peptic Ulcer Disease: Review and Dietary Needs

Probiotics are live microbes that benefit gut microbial balance, while prebiotics are non-digestible food for microbes.

Decreasing irritants like coffee, carbonated drinks, strong tea, chocolate, and citrus juices, as well as avoiding smoking and alcohol.

Constant splash back of acidic gastric contents into the lower esophagus.

<p>A mechanically soft diet can help individuals with tooth problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Diverticulosis involves small pouches along the mucosal lining of the colon, while diverticulitis is caused by inflammation or infection of these pockets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cirrhosis is when scar tissue replaces liver tissue, leading to the liver's inability to remove ammonia and nitrogen from the blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rest, relaxation, sleep. Eliminate smoking, alcohol, and irritating drugs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eliminate gluten sources from the diet, such as wheat, barley, and rye. Monitor for vitamin and mineral deficiencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Celiac Disease triggers an autoimmune response to gluten, while food allergies trigger the immune system response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Erosion of mucosal lesions in the GI tract.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gluten triggers an immune response that damages the villi in the small intestine, affecting nutrient absorption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through drug therapy such as H2 blockers, antacids, and mucosal protectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers