The Overworked Lawyer's Stomach

A gastroenterologist consults a corporate lawyer at St Mary's Clinic in London about his recent gastrointestinal bleeding.

The Overworked Lawyer's Stomach

Listen and choose the right answer

Why did Robert come to see the gastroenterologist?

• He had a broken arm from a fall.
• He felt faint and had symptoms of internal bleeding.
• He wanted a routine annual check-up.

What did the blood test reveal about Robert?

• Severe anemia and iron deficiency
• High cholesterol and high blood pressure
• Liver damage and high toxicity

What painkiller had Robert been taking regularly?

• Paracetamol
• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen

What was the twist regarding Robert's 'work days'?

• He only worked from home.
• He was actually unemployed.
• He had been working seven days a week.

Listen again and complete the sentences

• Melissa: Your blood test shows significant ____ and iron deficiency, which explains why you're dizzy.
• Melissa: Well, Robert, you also mentioned having ____ and severe heartburn over the last week.
• Melissa: We need to do an endoscopy because I suspect you have a bleeding ____ .
• Melissa: It isn't always alcohol. Tell me honestly, what ____ had you been taking before your stomach started bleeding?
• Robert: I was just taking some ____ ibuprofen for my chronic backaches.

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