Acid peptic diseases
Acid Peptic Diseases
Acid peptic diseases (pronounced: a-sid pep-tik di-zeez) are a group of disorders that result from the damage to the gastrointestinal tract lining due to the excessive secretion of gastric acid.
Etymology
The term "acid peptic" is derived from the Latin words "acidus" meaning sour, and "pepticus" meaning relating to digestion. The term "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise" meaning lack of ease.
Types of Acid Peptic Diseases
There are several types of acid peptic diseases, including:
- Gastritis: Inflammation of the stomach lining.
- Peptic Ulcer Disease: Open sores that develop on the inside lining of the stomach and the upper portion of the small intestine.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): A chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting the mouth and stomach (esophagus).
Symptoms
Common symptoms of acid peptic diseases include:
- Abdominal pain
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Loss of appetite
Causes
Acid peptic diseases are primarily caused by an imbalance between the stomach's acid production and the body's natural defense mechanisms. This can be due to:
- Overproduction of stomach acid
- Infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori
- Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Treatment
Treatment for acid peptic diseases typically involves medications to reduce stomach acid and promote healing, such as:
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
- H2-receptor blockers
- Antacids
- Antibiotics (for H. pylori infection)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acid peptic diseases
- Wikipedia's article - Acid peptic diseases
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