Question 1

can a stomach ulcer cause bowel problems? constipation/loose stool/cramping/gurgling/bloating/pain in lower left abdomen?

Accepted Answer

No: All GI complaints mentioned are totally unrelated to a stomach ulcer.  The latter produces upper midline abdominal pain relieved by food or antiacids and if perforating posteriorly into lesser sac, the space behind the stomach, back pain develops.  Constipation or loose stool related to diet or inflammation of bowel and if in sigmoid colon with diverticular disease. lt. lower abodiminal pain noted

Question 2

could my stomach ulcer be the cause of my weight gain, (and inability to loose it) bloating, burning upper stomach, constipation, and dhiarria?

Accepted Answer

No.: Ulcers don't cause weight gain, although they can certainly cause burning in the stomach area.  Bloating, constipation and diarrhea are likely separate from the ulcer.  Any time i hear this many abdominal complaints, what comes to mind is the probable need for dietary change, at the very least.  You could have irritably bowel syndrome or several other problems as well.  See your doctor.

Question 3

i have stomach pain when i am hungry. in addition i have constipation too. does constipation create gas that cause pain? or is it a symptom of ulcer

Accepted Answer

Unclear cause: Ulcers typically cause upper abdominal pain and could be associated with nausea and/or GI bleeding.  Pain from constipation is typically in the lower abdomen.  I'd suggest you address the constipation first with a high fiber diet, stool softeners (e.g. Colace) and fiber supplement (e.g. Metamucil).  You may also need a laxative in which case i suggest mom or miralax (polyethylene glycol).  Avoid taking asa/nsaids.

Question 4

can taking to many laxatives cause serious stomach issues, like ulcer? i've been taking lax.per dr. cause constipated but been having tummy pains

Accepted Answer

Absolutely-depending: on agents, quantities &amp; what altered responses which happen within you. Many laxatives stimulate ↑ed intestinal activity, contractions,  intestinal cramping. While ulcers unlikely, intestinal cramping can be quite variable &amp; painful. Agents may not be effective &amp; may promote future constipation. Your primary physician always=self. (Docs  advise, paid for treating client&#x27;s problems, not successes.)

Question 5

stomach grumbling and feels hungry constantly. also very bloated. is this gas/constipation or ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Ulcers usually hurt, but not always.  Bloating is unusual.  You can try an OTC acid blocker for a few days and if it doesn't get better, be seen.  Make sure you're not drinking alcohol, coffee, acidic stuff like soda, and eat bland foods that do not make you feel worse.  Good luck!

Question 6

constipation load gurgling extremely swollen stomach severe stomach cramps now have diarreah pain not gone have been on ulcer tablets for a week?

Accepted Answer

Bowel Obstruction: Your symptoms are concerning for a bowel obstruction / obstipation. Would suggest ED evaluation for X-ray of your abdomen and possible other necessary interventions to resolve / improve your condition.

Question 7

help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes appendicitis, flatulence, ulcers, diabetes, and constipation?

Accepted Answer

That's a lot...: ...To answer in 400 characters or less (which is the limit we can input for your answer). For starters, do you have all these conditions and are trying to determine if they are related, or are you just curious about a bunch of different disorders?  Happy to help, but you may find your answers in the many excellent healthtap responses already posted for each disease entity above.

Question 8

i have a black and tarry stool. at the same time i have a constipation; but after endoscopy i don't have an ulcer. what is the main reason to have a black stool and constipation if not an ulcer?

Accepted Answer

See below: Generally black tarry stool indicates upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Iron supplements and bismuth subsalicylate(Pepto-Bismal) can also turn stool black, although usually not tarry. If the endoscopy was normal you may be bleeding from the small intestine from Vascular anomalies( Angiodysplasia). Special studies are needed to diagnose these. Speak with your GI specialist.

Question 9

what is the main cause of stomach ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Infection/ Hpylori: Main cause of stomach ulcer is infection with a bacteria called h pylori.

Question 10

what cause ulcers in the stomach of children?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen, infections like helicobacter pylori, crohn's disease.  

But far more things can upset the stomach without causing ulcers. It depends on the situation.

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Can a stomach ulcer cause bowel problems? constipation/loose stool/cramping/gurgling/bloating/pain in lower left abdomen?

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Could my stomach ulcer be the cause of my weight gain, (and inability to loose it) bloating, burning upper stomach, constipation, and dhiarria?

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I have stomach pain when i am hungry. in addition i have constipation too. does constipation create gas that cause pain? or is it a symptom of ulcer

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Can taking to many laxatives cause serious stomach issues, like ulcer? i've been taking lax.per dr. cause constipated but been having tummy pains

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Stomach grumbling and feels hungry constantly. also very bloated. is this gas/constipation or ulcer?

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Constipation load gurgling extremely swollen stomach severe stomach cramps now have diarreah pain not gone have been on ulcer tablets for a week?

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Help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes appendicitis, flatulence, ulcers, diabetes, and constipation?

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I have a black and tarry stool. at the same time i have a constipation; but after endoscopy i don't have an ulcer. what is the main reason to have a black stool and constipation if not an ulcer?

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What is the main cause of stomach ulcers?

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What cause ulcers in the stomach of children?

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