What’s
Ulcer
No single cause has been
found for ulcers. However, it is now clear that an ulcer is the end result of
an imbalance between digestive fluids in the stomach and duodenum
Who Is More Likely to Get Ulcers?
Women
and older people are more likely to develop these ulcers. However, a recent
study shows that young men are more likely to experience duodenal ulcers, while
older women have more gastric ulcers. This has been linked to aspirin use.High
intake of aspirin also increases risk.
Some
experts believe that alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine use contribute to the
prevalence of the ulcers. There is very little research to back this up. Still,
most doctors agree that people already experiencing the ulcers should stay away
from these substances.
Cancer
patients can be at risk for these ulcers when undergoing radiation treatment or
chemotherapy. The ulcers can sometimes go hand in hand with other infections.
Conditions such as cystic fibrosis, hepatic cirrhosis, Crohn’s disease, and HIV
can also cause them.If you’ve had an ulcer once, you are susceptible to having
one again.You may be more likely to develop ulcers if you:
· Are infected with the H. pylori bacterium
· Take NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen
· Have a family history of ulcers
· Have another illness such as liver, kidney, or lung disease
· Drink alcohol regularly
· Are 50 years old or older
What Causes Ulcers?
No single cause has been found for ulcers. However,
it is now clear that an ulcer is the end result of an imbalance between
digestive fluids in the stomach and duodenum. Ulcers can be caused by;
· Infection with a type of bacteria called Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori)
· Use of painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs),
such as aspirin, naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn, and others), ibuprofen
(Motrin, Advil, Midol, and others), and many others available by prescription.
Even safety-coated aspirin and aspirin in powered form can frequently cause
ulcers.
· Excess acid production from gastrinomas, tumors of the acid producing
cells of the stomach that increases acid output (seen in Zollinger-Ellison
syndrome).
What Are the Symptoms of an Ulcer?
An
ulcer may or may not have symptoms. When symptoms occur, they may include:
· A gnawing or burning pain in the middle or upper stomach between meals
or at night
· Bloating
· Heartburn
· Nausea or vomiting
· Dark or black stool (due to bleeding)
· Vomiting blood (that can look like “coffee-grounds”)
· Weight loss
· Severe pain in the mid to upper abdomen
How
Serious Is an Ulcer?
Though
ulcers often heal on their own, you shouldn’t ignore their warning signs. If
not properly treated, ulcers can lead to serious health problems, including:
· Bleeding
· Perforation (a hole through the wall of the stomach)
· Gastric outlet obstruction from swelling or scarring that blocks the
passageway leading from the stomach to the small intestine.
Taking
NSAIDs can cause any of the above symptoms without warning. The risk is
especially concerning for the elderly and for those with a prior history of
having peptic ulcer disease.
How Can I Prevent Ulcers?
To
reduce the risk of developing ulcers:
· Don’t smoke.
· Avoid alcohol.
· Don’t overuse aspirin and/or NSAIDs.
If
you have symptoms of an ulcer, contact your health care provider. But for the
matter of fact the truth will always be that nature has the best for everything
in our life. We would advice for you to take control of your ulcer problem by
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centuries, lycium has been shown to enhance the complexion and help maintain
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