Peptic Ulcers Quiz

What is a peptic ulcer?

• A break in the tissue lining the gastrointestinal tract

• A type of cancer affecting the stomach

• A viral infection in the intestines

• A genetic disorder affecting digestion

Who discovered the bacterium Helicobacter pylori?

• Marshall and Warren

• Pasteur and Koch

• Fleming and Jenner

• Watson and Crick

How long did it take for antibiotics to become the recommended treatment for stomach ulcers?

• A decade

• One year

• Six months

• Two years

What was the traditional method of treating ulcers?

• Reducing acid production by neutralising it

• Using antibiotics

• Surgical removal of the ulcer

• Radiation therapy

What was a major challenge Marshall and Warren faced in their research?

• Lack of acceptance by the medical community

• Insufficient funding

• Lack of laboratory equipment

• No access to patients

What was the outcome of Marshall's self-experimentation?

• Proved bacteria were the underlying cause of ulcers

• Disproved the bacterial theory

• Caused severe health issues

• Led to a new vaccine

What was the traditional treatment's drawback for ulcers?

• Ongoing treatment and high cost

• Immediate relief but temporary

• Caused severe side effects

• Required surgery