Question

A 50-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of new-onset dyspepsia with no alarming symptoms. According to NICE guidelines, which initial management is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Empirical PPI therapy for 4 weeks

Answer

Immediate endoscopy

Answer

H. pylori serology testing

Answer

Empirical H2 receptor antagonist

Answer

Lifestyle modifications only

Practice question

A 50-year-old man presents with a 3-month history of new-onset dyspepsia with no alarming symptoms. According to NICE guidelines, which initial management is most appropriate?