Question #3: Can You Diagnose This Gastrointestinal Issue?

Patient Case Studies

Case 1:

A 50-year-old man presents with the following symptoms:

  • Persistent burning stomach pain, especially between meals or at night
  • Nausea and occasional vomiting
  • A sensation of fullness, bloating, and belching after meals
  • Pain temporarily relieved by eating or taking antacids, but returning soon after

Additional notes: The patient reports that the pain often wakes him up at night, and he has noticed dark, tarry stools over the past few weeks.

Case 2:

A 45-year-old woman presents with the following symptoms:

Information verified by the iythealth.com team.
  • Gnawing or burning pain in the upper abdomen that comes and goes
  • Frequent indigestion and heartburn
  • Loss of appetite and unintended weight loss
  • Feeling of discomfort or bloating after small meals

Additional notes: The patient has a history of taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for chronic joint pain and reports that the symptoms worsen after taking them.

Question: Based on the provided symptoms and patient histories, what is the most likely diagnosis?






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