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What is the immediate cause of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?
What is the immediate cause of Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?
- Mucosal resistance
- Action of acid pepsin on the mucosa (correct)
- Cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption
- Hereditary factors
Which blood group is more commonly associated with gastric ulcers?
Which blood group is more commonly associated with gastric ulcers?
- Blood group A (correct)
- Blood group AB
- Blood group O
- Blood group B
What is a common bacteria that causes infection and is associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease?
What is a common bacteria that causes infection and is associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease?
- Helicobacter pylori (correct)
- Escherichia coli
- Streptococcus aureus
- Salmonella enterica
Which syndrome is characterized by over-secretion of hydrochloric acid leading to damage of gastrointestinal mucosa?
Which syndrome is characterized by over-secretion of hydrochloric acid leading to damage of gastrointestinal mucosa?
Which factor is highly correlated with the development of gastric ulcers?
Which factor is highly correlated with the development of gastric ulcers?
At what stage of life are Peptic Ulcer Diseases primarily observed?
At what stage of life are Peptic Ulcer Diseases primarily observed?
What is the anatomical classification of peptic ulcers?
What is the anatomical classification of peptic ulcers?
Which clinical feature is commonly associated with gastric ulcers?
Which clinical feature is commonly associated with gastric ulcers?
What is the most effective part of the patient's care in the management of peptic ulcers?
What is the most effective part of the patient's care in the management of peptic ulcers?
Which substance should be restricted in the diet of patients with peptic ulcers?
Which substance should be restricted in the diet of patients with peptic ulcers?
What can exacerbate pain and delay healing in patients with peptic ulcers?
What can exacerbate pain and delay healing in patients with peptic ulcers?
Which investigation is commonly used to diagnose peptic ulcers?
Which investigation is commonly used to diagnose peptic ulcers?
