Question 1

are peptic ulcers hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Peptic ulcer factors: The are a lot of factors that can cause peptic ulcers including but not limited to increased acid secretion, medications, H.pylori infection. some of them are acquired but not necessarly all of them. You should consult your physician to be able to find the specific cause of peptic ulcer

Question 2

how to treat peptic ulcers?

Accepted Answer

: A variety of antacids are available for treatment. Sometimes an antibiotic is needed if you test positive for H.pylori which is a bacteria that can cause peptic ulcers. You can start with a non-prescription antacid for 2 weeks to see if it helps.

Question 3

how should i prevent peptic ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Avoid NSAIDs: 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

are peptic ulcers pre malignant ? ?

Accepted Answer

No: Peptic ulcers are benign. Most are caused by a bacteria ( h. Pylori).  However, some cancers (especially in sto, mach) present as ulcerated abnormalities. Location, size, appearance, response to therapy are all important favtors. Biopsy (tissue sampling) can be very helpful.

Question 5

peptic ulcers.  what helps healing the most?

Accepted Answer

Ulcer healing: In treating peptic ulcer disease, it is essential to withdraw potential offending or contributing agents such as nsaids, cigarettes, and excess alcohol. If the bacterium h. Pylori is discovered, your doctor will try to eradicate it. Stress reduction is not believed to have much bearing on healing of ulcers. You should probably avoid foods which cause symptoms (dyspepsia).

Question 6

what are signs and symptoms of peptic ulcers?

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Varied or none: Pud may present with abd pain, bleeding, nausea/vomiting, early satiety, anorexia or no symptoms at all.

Question 7

do peptic ulcers have a malignant potential ?

Accepted Answer

NOT USUALLY: Peptic ulcer is usually assosciated with gastric hypersecretion. It responds well to acid supression therapy. Lack of response to therapy  could lead to egd evaluation.

Question 8

how do peptic ulcers affect stomach functioning?

Accepted Answer

Ulcers: Ulcers themselves may not effect stomach function at all. It may cause pain and rarely block the stomach exit. The treatment is to remove the cause of ulcers and acid reducing medication.  Acid medicine may decrease absorption of certain nutrients.

Question 9

how should you get peptic ulcers in your stomach?

Accepted Answer

Meds or infection: Medications such as aspirin &amp; NSAID's and infections such as H. Pylori are the most common causes of stomach ulcers.

Question 10

is it okay to take nyquil if i have peptic ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Yes: no problem with NyQuil and peptic ulcer

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