Do I Have A Peptic Ulcer?

Do you have burning pain in your stomach (in the middle of your abdomen between your chest and belly button)?

Does the pain get worse on an empty stomach, between meals or at night?

Does the pain ease when you eat, drink or take antacids, but then it may come back?

Do you have the feeling of fullness in your stomach, bloating and frequent belching?

Do you have the heartburn (a burning pain in your chest, just behind your breastbone)?

Do you feel nauseated or vomiting?

Have you vomited blood or black material (like coffee grounds)?

Do you have dark blood in your stool or black or tarry stools?

Did you lost weight or have lost your appetite?

Do you take pain relievers or aspirin?

Do you have diagnosed anemia, whose symptoms can include tiredness, shortness of breath, or paler skin?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have a peptic ulcer. Peptic ulcers are open sores that occur on the inner lining of your stomach and the upper intestine (duodenum). People who smoke are more likely to develop a peptic ulcer than non smokers, as well as those who are constantly stressed. Alcohol increases production of the stomach acid, although, drinking moderate amounts of alcohol does not seem to cause ulcers. Eat a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables, food contains probiotics, don’t smoke, control stress and try to get enough sleep. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have a peptic ulcer. Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the lining of your stomach and the upper part of the small intestine, called duodenum. Peptic ulcers occur when acid in the digestive tract damages the inner surface of the stomach or duodenum. The most common causes of peptic ulcers are infection with bacteria called Helicobacter pylori and prolonged use of aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). If left untreated, peptic ulcers may have serious complications, so please, make an appointment whit a GP or a gastroenterologist. Treatment depends on the cause of peptic ulcers.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have a peptic ulcer. Peptic ulcers refer to gastric and duodenal ulcers, which are open sores that occur on the inside of the stomach and your small intestine (duodenum). Symptoms of peptic ulcers can be diverse, depending on the location and severity of the ulcer. If you experience vomiting blood or black material, or you have black or tarry stool you need urgent medical attention; these could be a sign of a serious complication. Please make an appointment whit a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment.