5 Signs You May Have an Ulcer

1. Dull, burning pain

A dull, burning sensation in the stomach region is the most typical indicator of a stomach ulcer. When your stomach is empty in between meals, this ache usually manifests. It might go on for hours or just a few short moments.

2. Indigestion or heartburn

The burning sensation around your heart or upper stomach that results from stomach acid seeping up into your esophagus might be exacerbated by ulcers. A stomach ulcer may be cause if you have more heartburn or indigestion 

3. Nausea or vomiting

Feeling sick to your stomach is a common side effect of stomach ulcers, especially in the morning after a prolonged period without meals. Stomach contractions may result from the inflammatory response that ulcers create in the stomach. You might throw up if they get too strong 

4. Change in stool color

It may indicate a bleeding ulcer if you discover that your stool has turned black, the color of digested blood. Urgent care is necessary for bleeding ulcers as they are significant medical problem

5. Unexplained weight loss

Because stomach ulcers produce inflammation, they can occasionally cause a blockage in the digestive tract. This may hinder the passage of food through your stomach, resulting in decreased appetite and weight reduction.

How can I be sure it’s an ulcer?

A medical diagnostic is the only method to confirm if your discomfort is being caused by an ulcer. We’ll review your medical records and perform a comprehensive physical examination

What treatments are there for ulcers?

The cause of your ulcer will determine how you are treated. For instance, we will prescribe medications to eradicate the helicobacter pylori infection if our testing reveal that this is the source of your ulcer.

 Drugs that lessen stomach acid production can aid in the healing of ulcers regardless if the underlying cause. Additionally, modifying one’s diet, quitting alcohol and adopting stress reduction techniques helps hasten the healing process.