A peptic ulcer is a localized area of erosion occurring within the stomach or duodenal (the start of the small intestine) lining, leading to abdominal pain, possible bleeding, and other gastrointestinal symptoms.
The signs and symptoms of a peptic ulcer can be constant or irregular, along with the disease course varies among individuals. If [...]
So what exactly is H. pylori?
H. Pylori stands for helicobactor pylori which is a type of bacteria that can possibly cause an infection. This is an extremely common infection in most underdeveloped countries.
Most individuals never have any issues until they are of adult age. But just having H Pylori doesn’t mean that [...]
Symptoms of an ulcer in men
Pain–centered in the pit of the stomach, slightly below the rib cage–is by far the most characteristic ulcer symptom, also it usually follows a distinct pattern. It normally begins a few hours after eating or during the night time, developing as soon as the stomach is empty.
The [...]
So, What Actually Causes Heartburn?
Many of us suddenly get a burning sensation that starts in the chest. This condition occurs sometimes just after we have eaten. After our stomachs have digested the food, the stomach juices can sometimes flow into the gullet, or as it is correctly called the esophagus. [...]
Typical Characteristics of an ulcer
Ulcers–small, open breaks or craters inside the lining of the upper intestinal tract–usually develop in one of only two sites. The most prevalent form in the upper portion of the small intestine and are also known as duodenal ulcers; less common are those within the stomach itself, that are [...]
