Question 1

can you die from a bleeding ulcer?

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Not common, but yes: If a stomach or duodenal ulcer has eroded into an artery,it is possible to have severe bleeding that can kill.It is also possible to have slow bleeding that does not kill.Other complications of ulcers include perforation(a hole through the stomach or duodenum),which can also kill.Ulcers are easier to treat now we have a better understanding of them,&amp; treatment can prevent complications like these.

Question 2

how do you treat a bleeding ulcer?

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Find the cause: You need to work closely with a doctor for optimal management of a bleeding gastric ulcer. Ulcers form when the healthy lining becomes compromised and a host of issues including infection, medication, alcohol / tobacco intake, and host issue all come into play.  Prolonged self treatment is unwise.  Though unlikely for a 36 year old, some ulcers are due to tumor - both benign and malignant / cancer.

Question 3

what should i do with a bleeding ulcer?

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Treatment: I am assuming that you have had proper medical evaluation with a doctor and an upper endoscopy to diagnose a bleeding ulcer. Biopsies are taken to ensure it is benign & to look for h. Pylori. Medications like h2 blockers, antacids, sucralafate & antibiotics if + h. Pylori. Endoscopy can treat the bleeding, emergency surgery if the bleeding does not stop.

Question 4

can a bleeding ulcer cause a fatality ?

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Yes: Fortunately it is rare that a bleeding ulcer is fatal, but certain circumstances like if the patient is taking blood thinners, or has liver problems, like cirrhosis, or is far away from medical care, could cause a bleeding ulcer to be fatal.  Almost always, bleeding ulcers can be treated successfully by gastroenterologists doing a scope.

Question 5

how long can bleeding ulcer go untreated?

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Bleeding ulcer: Bleeding ulcers require treatment in order to stop the bleeding.  The rate of bleeding determines how long some one can weight to be treated.  If you are actively bleeding and have blood in your stool you will need immediate treatment.  A small ulcer that is only oozing occasionally still requires treatment.  Today ulcers can be treated better than ever so don't wait, be well and heal.

Question 6

what can happen is you leave a bleeding ulcer?

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Bad things: Bleeding ulcer?  This is not something to leave to chance.  I am assuming you are talking about a stomach ulcer that is bleeding.  To me this implies that you had an ulcer that eroded into a vessel and that vessel is now bleeding.  You should seem medical attention.  Ominous signs would be light headedness when standing, black tarry stools, feeling weak and tired all the time.

Question 7

what are visible symptoms of a bleeding ulcer?

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Bleeding ulcer: Stomach? Blood in stool or black tarry stools. Vomiting blood.

Question 8

what are some recipes for a bleeding ulcer diet?

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No actual diet: I recommend my patients, who are dealing with ulcers, try to keep some food in their stomach, even a snack before going to bed. There's no foods that have to be avoided, except those that are personally irritating. So, super spicy foods or snacks should probably be left alone. and, avoid tobacco and alcohol while healing. Just graze all day, and take your medications as directed. Good luck.

Question 9

what happens when a bleeding ulcer is left untreated?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea.: Ulcers that bleed have eroded into a blood vessel. Small blood vessel may spontaneously stop bleeding, while larger ones may require endoscopy or surgery. Even when the bleeding stops by itself, the ulcer should be treated to prevent further bleeding or perforation. Medications can be very effective. The first step is to contact your doctor or a gastroenterologist for a history, physical and test.

Question 10

can one take cortesone when having a bleeding ulcer?

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No: Corticosteroids interfere with healing and can make the ulcer worse to cause bleeding and/or perforation.

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