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Peptic Ulcer

Peptic Ulcer is caused due to the damage in the inner lining of the stomach or the duodenum. An ulcer causes sore in the inner surface of the stomach. The major causing organism of Peptic Ulcer is Helicobacter pylori (or H. pylori). The ulcer, which is formed in the stomach, is known as gastric ulcer and the ulcer, which is formed in the duodenum, is known as duodenal ulcer. The stomach is the main digestive organ of our body. The food that we take in mouth reaches to the stomach through the oesophagus. The stomach is like a muscular bag with a number of folds in the inner surface. Peptic Ulcer is caused due to the damage in the inner lining of the stomach or the duodenum. An ulcer causes sore in the inner surface of the stomach. The major causing organism of Peptic Ulcer is Helicobacter pylori (or H. pylori). The ulcer, which is formed in the stomach, is known as gastric ulcer and the ulcer, which is formed in the duodenum, is known as duodenal ulcer. The stomach is the main digestive organ of our body. The food that we take in mouth reaches to the stomach through the oesophagus. The stomach is like a muscular bag with a number of folds in the inner surface. The inner surface of the stomach secrets digestive juices and hydrochloric acid. The strong hydrochloric acid works on the food and digests it. The inner surface of the stomach is protected by mucous coating. Due to the action of certain drugs the protective mucous coating can get weakened. The Helicobacter pylori can also weaken the mucous lining. When the protective mucous coating gets weakened the acid gets through the sensitive lining beneath. A peptic ulcer can be caused by both the bacteria and the acid.

A person can get infected by H. pylori through many mediums, through water, food, or close contact with an infected individual. The adults who are more than sixty are prone to get affected by this disease. A large number of people children get affected by H. pylori infection. Though it does not cause much damage in childhood yet without proper treatment the infection can cause a lot of problems in future. One can get peptic ulcer, gastritis and even stomach cancer in the later part of life.

To avoid Peptic Ulcer one must know the cause of peptic ulcers. Peptic Ulcer can be treated with advanced medicines and most people suffering from Peptic Ulcer can be cured. The signs and symptoms of Peptic Ulcer increase with certain factors. Taking spicy and rich food, alcohol, stress and can aggravate an ulcer.

The signs and symptoms of Peptic Ulcer are:

• Burning Pain In The Abdomen
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dull Chest Pain
• Loss Of Appetite
• Weight Loss
• Feeding Difficulties
• Frequent Burping Or Hiccuping
• Blood In Vomit Or Bowel Movements
• Bowel May Appear Dark Red Or Black

Peptic Ulcer is diagnosed by set of X-rays of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Some times an upper abdomen endoscopy is required. The blood test and stool tests can detect the presence of H. pylori.

Peptic Ulcer, caused by erosion in the lining of the stomach or duodenum can become severe and this can cause serious bleeding. The peptic ulcer causes a perforation of the intestinal lining and needs proper medical treatment. With proper medication and following certain controlling measures one can be cured of Peptic Ulcer.