Typical and atypical symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease in medical students
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https://doi.org/10.55892/jrg.v7i14.1068Keywords:
Medical students, Prevalence, Gastroesophageal , Reflux DiseaseAbstract
Introduction: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is currently one of the most prevalent pathologies in gastroenterology and otolaryngology, with an average incidence in Brazil ranging from 12 to 20%. The symptoms vary, initially complicating a more precise diagnosis. Its symptoms can manifest typically and atypically, potentially impacting people's quality of life. Objective: To investigate typical and atypical symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in medical students.
Methodology: Cross-sectional survey, observational, and descriptive study conducted at Tiradentes University from February to April 2024. The sample consisted of 151 medical students from Tiradentes University campuses in Aracaju and Estancia, Sergipe.
Results: 35 participants reported a diagnosis of GERD. Females represented 83% of the total sample (151), with 77% having a previous diagnosis of GERD. Typical symptoms such as heartburn and regurgitation were more prevalent, while atypical symptoms were represented by the presence of throat clearing, hiccups, asthma symptoms, and chronic cough. The association of GERD with a family history of the disease, psychiatric disorders, caffeine consumption, and some medications was frequent. Conclusion: Typical and atypical symptoms were prevalent among medical students, especially in females and individuals of white skin. Several risk factors were identified, requiring attention to the impact on the quality of life in this academic population.
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