GERD
Age: years old
Gender:
HISTORY:
Presents with a - history of
Symptoms include:
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, of phlegm
Worsening factors:
Alleviating factors: ,
Contributing factors:
no history of: , , , ,
no use of: ,
EXAM:
General appearance: ,
Vital signs: , BP , HR , RR , SpO2 %, Temp °
Throat: , , ,
Neck: , , , c-spine
Heart: , ,
Lungs: , ,
Abdomen: , , , , bowel sounds , ,
ASSESSMENT:
DDx: GERD, non-erosive reflux disease, erosive esophagitis, Barrett's esophagus, hiatal hernia, gastroparesis, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, esophageal motility disorders, esophageal stricture, esophageal cancer, laryngopharyngeal reflux, acute coronary syndrome, biliary tract disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, pill esophagitis, functional heartburn
PLAN:
Investigations:
- Blood work: , , , , ,
- Upper GI endoscopy
- Barium swallow
- 24-hour pH monitoring
Treatments:
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- Dietary modifications: , , , , , , ,
- Stop NSAIDs and other medications that may contribute to GERD
- Weight loss counseling
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Elevate head of bed
Further care:
- Referral to gastroenterologist
- Follow-up in
- Return if symptoms worsen or if new symptoms develop such as difficulty swallowing, weight loss, or black stools
- Referral to ER if severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, or vomiting blood occurs
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