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Medical Gastroenterology and Digestive Health

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What is the most common cause of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

  1. Hiatal hernia

  2. Increased gastric acid production

  3. Weak esophageal sphincter

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GERD is caused by a combination of factors, including a weak esophageal sphincter, increased gastric acid production, and a hiatal hernia.

Which of the following is not a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

  1. Abdominal pain

  2. Diarrhea

  3. Constipation

  4. Nausea


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nausea is not a typical symptom of IBS. The most common symptoms are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation.

What is the leading cause of liver cirrhosis?

  1. Alcohol abuse

  2. Hepatitis B

  3. Hepatitis C

  4. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alcohol abuse is the leading cause of liver cirrhosis, followed by hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Which of the following is not a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?

  1. Crohn's disease

  2. Ulcerative colitis

  3. Diverticulitis

  4. Celiac disease


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the small intestine, but it is not a type of IBD. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are the two main types of IBD.

What is the most common type of pancreatic cancer?

  1. Adenocarcinoma

  2. Squamous cell carcinoma

  3. Neuroendocrine tumor

  4. Sarcoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of pancreatic cancer, accounting for about 95% of all cases.

Which of the following is not a risk factor for colorectal cancer?

  1. Age

  2. Family history

  3. Diet high in red meat and processed foods

  4. Physical activity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Physical activity is not a risk factor for colorectal cancer. Age, family history, and diet high in red meat and processed foods are all risk factors.

What is the most common type of hepatitis?

  1. Hepatitis A

  2. Hepatitis B

  3. Hepatitis C

  4. Hepatitis E


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hepatitis A is the most common type of hepatitis worldwide. It is spread through contact with contaminated food or water.

Which of the following is not a symptom of peptic ulcer disease?

  1. Abdominal pain

  2. Heartburn

  3. Nausea

  4. Vomiting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vomiting is not a typical symptom of peptic ulcer disease. The most common symptoms are abdominal pain, heartburn, and nausea.

What is the most common cause of acute pancreatitis?

  1. Gallstones

  2. Alcohol abuse

  3. Viral infection

  4. Autoimmune disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gallstones are the most common cause of acute pancreatitis, accounting for about 70% of cases.

Which of the following is not a treatment for Crohn's disease?

  1. Anti-inflammatory medications

  2. Immunosuppressive medications

  3. Surgery

  4. Diet modification


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diet modification is not a treatment for Crohn's disease. Anti-inflammatory medications, immunosuppressive medications, and surgery are all common treatments.

What is the most common type of liver cancer?

  1. Hepatocellular carcinoma

  2. Cholangiocarcinoma

  3. Hepatoblastoma

  4. Angiosarcoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common type of liver cancer, accounting for about 90% of all cases.

Which of the following is not a symptom of celiac disease?

  1. Diarrhea

  2. Weight loss

  3. Iron deficiency anemia

  4. Skin rash


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Skin rash is not a typical symptom of celiac disease. Diarrhea, weight loss, and iron deficiency anemia are all common symptoms.

What is the most common type of esophageal cancer?

  1. Squamous cell carcinoma

  2. Adenocarcinoma

  3. Gastrointestinal stromal tumor

  4. Leiomyosarcoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Squamous cell carcinoma is the most common type of esophageal cancer, accounting for about 90% of all cases.

Which of the following is not a treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?

  1. Proton pump inhibitors

  2. Histamine-2 receptor antagonists

  3. Antacids

  4. Surgery


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surgery is not a typical treatment for GERD. Proton pump inhibitors, histamine-2 receptor antagonists, and antacids are all common treatments.

What is the most common type of pancreatic cancer?

  1. Adenocarcinoma

  2. Squamous cell carcinoma

  3. Neuroendocrine tumor

  4. Sarcoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of pancreatic cancer, accounting for about 95% of all cases.

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