Question 1

after how long does omez fully treat stomach ulcers

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Treating an ulcer: First, I do not know what is omez
next, with proper treatment (ie prilosec, nexium, (esomeprazole) pepcid) the ulcer ought to be fully healed in 6-8 weeks.

Question 2

how long does it take for stomach ulcers to heal if treated?

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PPI: Proton pump inhibitors like Prilosec will definitely help to clear it up.  Healing time is generally 4-6 weeks.

Question 3

how to treat acute stomach ulcers?

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Medicine: Treatmentis usually with a proton pump inhibitor (eg nexium, (esomeprazole) prilosec, etc..) you may need an endoscopy as well.

Question 4

how to treat a stomach ulcer?

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PPIs: The most common treatment for stomach ulcers is a proton pump inhibitor (ex. Omeprazole) they prevent your stomach from making too much acid, allowing your ulcer to heal.  Some ulcers are caused by a bacteria and will need to be treated with antibiotics along with the ppi.  Make an appointment with your doctor to determine the source of the ulcer and what treatment is best for you.

Question 5

i have stomach ulcers and growths in the colon.  how do i treat this?

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A gastroenterologist: is the specialist you need to follow up with for further management, wish you well

Question 6

i have some irritation in the stomach lining. i am getting treated, but what other steps should i take to avoid an ulcer? what should i not do?

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Stress: You should avoid emotional stress. Do what your gastroenterologist says do.

Question 7

what's the procedure like to treat a stomach ulcer?

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Medications: Usually can be treated with medications unless they are bleeding when an upper endoscope (egd) can help.

Question 8

which medication do you need to treat stomach ulcer?

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Antiantacids: Try over the counter Prevacid (lansoprazole) or similar.If no improvempt in 2-3 weeks see gastroenterologist.

Question 9

does omeprazole treat stomach ulcers ? and is it effective ?

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Yes: Omeprazole is used to treat ulcers and is effective. Ulcers can reoccur however. There is a bacteria that is known to cause ulcers (H.pylorI). If you have that bacteria, then treating the bacteria with antibiotics can "cure" the ulcer  and hopefully never return. You need to see your doctor to see if you have that bacteria and get it treated by antibiotics in addition to taking omeprazole.

Question 10

what medicines should i take to treat stomach ulcer.im 23 years of age?

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Stomach ulcer?: First, see doc to confirm it is an ulcer. If already diagnosed, can use otc ppi like Prilosec or Prevacid or can have doc rx optimal dose of ppi. Sometimes carafate (sucralfate) is added to heal ulcers more quickly. It bonds to ulcer site(s) like a patch to prevent further erosion by acid. Important to take it on empty stomach as food interferes with its function. Avoid acidic foods, caffeine, soda pop, fats.

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