Indresh Dixit, Department of Gastroenterology, Infinity Care Hospital, says that ulcers are a type of sore that develops on the inner surface of the stomach, esophagus, or intestines. It is known by different names depending on where the ulcer occurs, such as a stomach ulcer is called a “gastric ulcer”. Similarly, an ulcer that occurs in the front part of the small intestine is called a “duodenal ulcer”.
Why do ulcers occur?
The effects of acid on the inner surface of the stomach and intestines are primarily to blame. When this acid comes in contact with this surface, then wounds start to form there. This ulcer is also caused by an infection of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. The symptoms of this bacterial infection are very mild in the beginning, so it may not be recognized until the ulcers have spread very much. Ulcers can also be caused by long-term use of antibiotics, painkillers, steroid medicines, and cigarette-alcohol consumption. Nowadays, due to increasing mental stress, many people are suffering from ulcers.
Symptoms of ulcers
- Severe pain at night, on an empty stomach, or shortly after a meal.
- belching and gas
- vomiting
- Pain in the upper abdomen
- Abdominal heaviness
- loss of appetite.
- Weight loss
- Mild nausea in the morning
The following complex problems can occur when the ulcer becomes severe:
a) Internal bleeding
b) vomiting blood
c) Blood in stools
d) stomach or intestine hole
e) cancer
Ulcer treatment-
Ulcers can be treated in different ways depending on the severity of the ulcer and the condition of the patient.
1. Diet and Lifestyle Changes
2. Antiacid medications
3. Endoscopy Technique Operation
Ulcer prevention
a) Eat a balanced and healthy diet.
b) Minimize the consumption of chilli spices and oil.
c) Consume clean and hygienic food and water.
d) Eat food comfortably and on time.
e) Do not smoke and drink alcohol.
Everyone should awere about Ulcer symptoms which is very common disease. I read the whole article and learned some new symptoms and treatment system about Ulcer which was very helpful to me. Good luck.
I’m worried I might have an ulcer from the stress I accumulated from work these past few weeks since I keep feeling pain in my upper abdomen accompanied by the blood I found in my stool this morning. I appreciate you informing us that there are various treatments available for ulcers depending on their severity but we can consider taking antiacid medications or an endoscopy operation. I’ll keep this in mind while I look for a gastroenterologist to set an appointment with for a checkup soon.