What is Stomach Ulcer?

Gastric or stomach ulcers are sores that develop on the stomach's outer layer.

Duodenal ulcers are ulcers that develop in the portion of the digestive tract that is directly after the stomach.

Duodenal ulcers, also known as peptic ulcers and stomach ulcers, have remarkably similar symptoms, as does their course of therapy.

Symptoms and consequences

A stomach ulcer's most well-known adverse effect is pain during eating or chewing in the centre of the stomach (midsection).

But stomach ulcers aren't always excruciating, and some people may experience other side effects like acid reflux, indigestion, heartburn, and exhaustion.

When to seek clinical advice

You should see your doctor if you believe you could have a stomach ulcer.

Speak with your doctor straight away if:

1. You are passing dim, tacky seats that resemble asphalt.

2. You experience an unanticipated, severe stomach ache that gets worse.

If: Dial 999 or visit your local hospital's Accident and Emergency (A&E) department.

Your blood is gushing out of you, and it may appear bright red or dull and gritty, like coffee beans.

They might indicate a severe entanglement, such as inner death.

Why do people get stomach ulcers?

When the membrane insulating the stomach lining from stomach acids is damaged, stomach ulcers can develop.

This usually happens as a result of:

Using NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, or headache medications might result in Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) contamination, particularly if taken in large doses or over an extended period.

There was once a belief that stress or particular food types could result in stomach ulcers, although little evidence supports this.

Although stomach ulcers can affect anybody, they are more common in people aged 60 or older. Males are affected more than women.