Is Gastric Ulcer and Stomach Ulcer the Same?
Yes, Stomach Ulcer is an ulcer in the lining of the stomach. It usually occurs in or after middle age and affects more men than women.
What are the symptoms of a Stomach Ulcer?
Patients with Stomach Ulcer may experience upper abdominal pain, nausea, loss of appetite, burping or flatulence, chest burning (heartburn), dark or bloody stools, etc. It should be noted cholelithiasis have many symptoms similar to those of gastric ulcers, so detailed physical examination is necessary.
What is the Main Cause of Gastric Ulcers?
Stomach Ulcer are caused by ulcers in the stomach wall. Experts used to attribute Gastric Ulcer to stress, but now believe they are caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. Excessive use of analgesics (such as aspirin), mental stress, high stress, smoking and drinking habits, excessive gastric acidity and too little gastric mucus to protect the stomach can all cause gastric ulcers.
Take care of yourself by eating small meals frequently, quitting smoking and drinking alcohol to reduce irritation to the gastric mucosa.
What is the Best Treatment for a Gastric Ulcer?
Stomach Ulcer is easy to treat. If it is caused by Bacteria, it can be treated with antibiotics (sometimes combined with other drugs). The bacteria that cause Stomach Ulcer can Sometimes Cause Gastritis, and some patients may experience nausea, vomiting, upper abdominal pain and other Symptoms similar to indigestion. Although the symptoms of gastritis are almost the same as those Caused by Overeating or eating a fatty diet, gastritis is not caused by these habits. Gastritis, if not treated properly, can lead to serious consequences.
Prevention
- Minimize taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Drink plenty of water or fluids.
- Take antacids appropriately.
- Eat small, frequent meals and stay away from foods that cause stomach pain.
- Don’t drink alcohol or smoke.
- Exercise frequently.
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