Gastritis is inflammation of the gastric mucosa caused by any of several conditions, including infection (Helicobacter pylori), drugs (NSAIDs, alcohol), stress, and autoimmune phenomena (atrophic gastritis). Many cases are asymptomatic, but dyspepsia and GI bleeding sometimes occur. Diagnosis is by endoscopy.
A gynecologist is a doctor who specializes in women's reproductive health. Obstetricians care for women during their pregnancy and just after the baby is born. They also deliver babies. An ob-gyn is trained to do all of these things. Your ob-gyn will deal with some of the most important health issues in your life, including birth control, childbirth, and menopause. An ob-gyn can also screen for cancer, treat infections, and perform surgery for pelvic organ or urinary tract problems.
Know the difference between a consultation and a referral. NPs need to know the difference between a consultation and a referral for treatment, when ordering and when carrying out consultations or referrals. Consultations. A consultation is a request for opinion or advice, so that the reguestor can manage the patient. A consultation is billed under one of the consultation codes listed in Physicians' Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) (99241-99245 for outpatient of office consultations).