Stomach ulcers, causes, symptoms and treatment


 

Stomach ulcers, also known as gastric ulcers, are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach.
You can also get ulcers in part of the intestine just beyond the stomach, which are called duodenal ulcers.Stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers (sometimes called peptic ulcers) cause the same symptoms and treatment for both is the same.
Signs and symptoms
The most common symptom of a stomach ulcer is a burning or gnawing pain in the centre of the tummy (abdomen).
But stomach ulcers aren't always painful and some people may experience other symptoms, such as indigestion, heartburn and acid reflux and feeling sick.
Causes of stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers happen when there's damage to the layer that protects the stomach lining from the acids in your stomach.

This is usually a result of:
an infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria taking anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or aspirin – particularly if they're taken for a long time or at high doses
It used to be thought that stress or certain foods might cause stomach ulcers, but there's little evidence to suggest this is the case.
Causes of stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers happen when there's damage to the layer that protects the stomach lining from the acids in your stomach.
How stomach ulcers are treated
Treatment will depend on what caused the ulcer.
Most people will be prescribed a medication called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to reduce the amount of acid in their stomach.
You'll also need antibiotics if your ulcers were caused by a H. pylori infection.
Stomach ulcers can come back after treatment, although this is less likely to happen if the underlying cause is addressed
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