Question 1

what is a duodenum ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Intestinal ulcer: The duodenum is the first portion of the small intestine where the stomach empties.  It is exposed to stomach acid and is at significant risk of ulcer formation.  The 2 most common causes of stomach or duodenal ulcers are infection with the helicobacter pylori bacteria and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, meloxicam, etc.

Question 2

what is a decubitus ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Pressure ulcer: Ulcer usually on buttocks but may occur on any dependent area form laying in same position for a long time. It occurs in nursing homes, and during long hospitalizations. Turning every 2 hours to shift position will reduce the tendency to decubitus ulcers.

Question 3

what is a peptic ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Acid related ulcer: This term generally refers to stomach or duodenal ulcers.  The 2 most common causes of stomach or duodenal ulcers are infection with the helicobacter pylori bacteria and the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, meloxicam, etc.

Question 4

colonoscopy showed a cecal ulcer. what is a cecal ulcer, and can it be caused by long term nsaid use(like a gastric ulcer)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: cecal ulcer is ulcer in the cecum of your colon, where the small intestine and appendix attach. NSAIDs are the most common cause of isolated ulcer in this location, and agree ur meds naproxen, motrin and asa are likely culprits. It's not a local effect, so you can also form ulcers elsewhere including stomach while on these medications. Key is rehab/therapy for ur back. Happy to consult further.

Question 5

anyone know what is a penetrating aortic ulcer and can it be fixed?

Accepted Answer

Aortic ulcer: This is an ulcer penetrating through the first layer maybe two the aorta. If necessary surgery can be done to try and minimize the conserquences of the ulcer.

Question 6

should i go to the er for what i think is a corneal ulcer?  or can i wait a day to go to my eye doctor?

Accepted Answer

You can wait: Most ulcers of the cornea occur under a contact lens, so remove that right away.  Most eye doctors will see you quickly for a suspected corneal ulcer, so go next morning to their office as soon as they open and they will work you in for this type of condition.  If you go to an ER you have a good chance of sitting there for several hours before you will even be seen and they will call for eye help.

Question 7

how are ulcers caused?

Accepted Answer

Where?: Stomach is usually excessive acid or sometimes a bacterial or lack of problem.
Mouth ulcers usually are from trauma or herpetic virus.

Question 8

how do i treat an ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Treating Ulcers: That would depend on what kind and what caused the ulcer. Many ulcers are in fact caused by an infection with helicobacter pylori or "h. Pylori". This treatment would include antibiotics.

Question 9

i do suffer with ulcers?

Accepted Answer

: These symptoms can be several things. irritable bowel syndrome is possible but is a diagnosis based on ruling out other causes. See a doctor in person

Question 10

how long can ulcers last?

Accepted Answer

Long time, can recur: Ulcers of stomach, duodenum can be recurrent, can be chronic.  Commonest causes are from infection with h. Pylori bacteria, use of Aspirin or nsaids, and several other rarer causes.  C
an come and go, unless cause is treated.  Stomach ulcers need to followed to complete healing because about 3=5% of stomach ulcers are ulcerated cancers (not benign ulcers turning into cancer) 
c ur gimd.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

What is a ulcer

A member asked:

What is a duodenum ulcer?

A member asked:

What is a decubitus ulcer?

A member asked:

What is a peptic ulcer?

A member asked:

Colonoscopy showed a cecal ulcer. what is a cecal ulcer, and can it be caused by long term nsaid use(like a gastric ulcer)?

A member asked:

Anyone know what is a penetrating aortic ulcer and can it be fixed?

A member asked:

Should i go to the er for what i think is a corneal ulcer? or can i wait a day to go to my eye doctor?

A member asked:

How are ulcers caused?

A member asked:

How do i treat an ulcer?

A member asked:

I do suffer with ulcers?

A member asked:

How long can ulcers last?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?