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Discussion: Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders: Etiology, Clinical Manifestations, & Treatment
Distinguish the pathophysiology of digestive systems to include the sign(s), symptom(s), cause(s), and epidemiology, in addition to current diagnostic and treatment modalities.
Read the following chapter from the textbook, Pathophysiology: Introductory Concepts and Clinical Perspectives:
Chapter: Disorders of the Esophagus, Stomach, and Small Intestine
Chapter: Cancer *p. 1036-1039 (Colorectal Cancer)
Here are the instructions and questions for week 5 discussion:
A 50-year-old man has been suffering from substernal pain for the last 5 months, particularly on waking up in the morning. He lost his job a year ago and was suffering from depression. He consumes about 12-16 cans of beer every day. He has lost his appetite too and says that eating aggravates pain.
- Is this acute or chronic gastritis?
- What factors may lead to the development of gastritis?
- What investigation should be performed?
- How can the patient be treated?
References:
Capriotti, T. M. (2020). Pathophysiology Introductory Concepts and Clinical Perspectives with Davis Advantage including Davis Edge (2nd ed.). F. A. Davis Company.