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What can be done to prevent/heal a duodenal bleeding ulcer (no h-pylori). taking 40mg prilosec daily & iron. no nsaids, alcohol? any food/supplement?
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Other medication: Carafate can be added to coat the ulcers
Answered 6/13/2017
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Diet: Eat regular meals, avoid irritants like smoking alchohol and spicy food. Avoid nsaids like ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin etc
Answered 1/29/2021
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