Peptic Ulcers

Symptoms and treatment for peptic ulcers

Peptic ulcers are a common physical health ailment, affecting up to 10 percent of the population at any given time. Fortunately, it’s one the most easily treatable diseases.

Stomach Ulcers

Peptic ulcers, which are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, are usually first noticed because of abdominal pain. Ulcers in the stomach are known as gastric ulcers. Ulcers can also be present in the esophagus, which causes burning pain in the throat and/or upper chest – these are properly referred to as esophageal ulcers. Peptic ulcers can also appear in the duodenum, which is the first section of small intestine. A sore here would be called a duodenal ulcer.

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Stomach ulcers have long been blamed on things like stress and excess stomach acid caused by eating the wrong foods. However, these ulcers are almost always caused by corkscrew-shaped bacteria called helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori. These bacteria nest in your stomach lining, living in the mucous, and when they spread out of control, it causes the open sores that are ulcers. This infection is very common, because the bacteria can be spread through things like kissing or sharing cups or cutlery. Antibiotics can clear up the initial problem, helping the peptic ulcers heal.

While H. pylori infection is the most common cause of ulcers, there are other things to consider. Overuse of prescription medications and pain relievers like naproxen sodium, ibuprofen, aspirin and even over-the-counter stomach remedies can cause these stomach ulcers. Smoking and stress both cause an increase in stomach acid, which can be a contributing factor. Too much alcohol may be a contributing factor, and will aggravate any ulcers that are present.

Stomach Ulcer Symptoms

The primary symptom is burning pain, which can occur anywhere from the top of the throat down to the lower stomach. It can last for long periods of time and get worse when lying down. Severe symptoms of an advanced ulcer could include nausea, vomiting, blood in the stool or vomit, weight loss and changes in appetite. If you can experience any ulcer symptoms, even mild ones, you should see a doctor for treatment.