Diagnosis of Gastroduodenal Ulcer
What can you do?
- Smoking and drinking alcohol increases the risk of developing an ulcer. It’s a good decision, and highly recommended, quit smoking and drinking alcohol in moderation.
- If for any reason have a higher risk of ulcer, it is important that before taking aspirin or NSAIDs seeking information and advice.
- If you have symptoms of an ulcer, check with your doctor. You may need a complete study, including a gastroscopy. This is a safe procedure performed on a regular basis, that will help your doctor know if your symptoms are due to an ulcer or something else.How does the doctor diagnosed an ulcer?
The diagnosis can only be confirmed or excluded permanently and securely using gastroscopy. Gastroscopy (or upper endoscopy) permits visualization of the lining of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum, with a small fiberoptic camera or video that is swallowed without difficulty.
The gastroscopy is more helpful in diagnosis if performed before you begin taking a medication that reduces acid.
It can also be an X-ray (barium), but is not as reliable or as helpful in the diagnosis and gastroscopy. Besides, does not allow tissue samples (biopsies) for microscopic diagnosis of infection and alterations in gastric mucosa.
Random Posts
Posted in Endocrinology