From diagnosis to prescription
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Gastroenterology (GIT)
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Dyspepsia / GERD
Clinical checklist — answer from history and examination.
1
What is the predominant symptom?
Choose one
Heartburn / acid regurgitation
1
Epigastric pain or burning
2
Postprandial fullness / early satiety
3
2
Duration of symptoms:
Choose one
Less than 4 weeks
1
More than 4 weeks / recurrent
2
3
Regular NSAID or aspirin use?
Yes or no
Yes
1
No
2
4
Alarm features (select all that apply):
Select all that apply (optional)
Leave empty if none.
Unintentional weight loss
1
Progressive dysphagia
2
Hematemesis or melena
3
Persistent vomiting
4
New onset at age > 55
5
0
of 3 required answered
Evaluate & generate prescription