Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
Zollinger-ellison Syndrome is a rare condition where one or more tumours in the stomach known as gastrinomas result in the production of too much gastric acid. The excessive acid may cause peptic ulcers in your stomach or intestine, resulting in symptoms such as heartburn, abdominal pain, acid reflux and vomiting. Zollinger-ellison syndrome is associated with hereditary conditions.
Symptoms of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Diarrhea
Greasy stools that float, associated with problems with digestion
Heartburn; painful burning feeling in the chest or throat
Stomach feels bloated
Loss of appetite
Black, shiny stool
Abdominal pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Do you have loose stools or diarrhea?
Do you have greasy and smelly stools?
Do you have heartburn?
Do you feel that your abdomen (stomach) is bloated or has a lot of gas?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?
Treatment for Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome is aimed at surgically removing the tumours and treating the excess acid. In cases where the tumours are numerous or have spread, other methods to control tumour growth may be recommended like chemotherapy.
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Reviewed By:
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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