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Case #2 -
A 28 year old with acute upper abdominal pain

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1.) Based on the history, what is the differential diagnosis in this patient?  Answer 
2.) What additional history is needed in this patient?  Answer 
3.) What do you expect to find on physical examination in this patient?  Answer 
4.) What is the appropriate diagnostic workup?  Answer 
5.) What is the appropriate management of this patient?  Answer 
6.) How would you prepare the patient for surgery?  Answer 
7.) What would be the further management of the patient after recovery?  Answer 
8.) What are risk factors for peptic ulcer disease?  Answer 
9.) What are major complications of peptic ulcer disease other than perforation?  Answer 
10.) What is the treatment for Helicobacter pylori infection?  Answer 
 
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