A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of the stomach, which is the beginning of the small intestine. Peptic ulcers are common; as many as 1 in 10 Americans develops an ulcer sometime in his or her life. One cause of peptic ulcer is bacterial infection, but some ulcers are caused by long-term use of NSAIDs, like aspirin and ibuprofen. In a very few cases, cancerous tumors in the stomach or pancreas can cause ulcers. Unlike a common misconception, peptic ulcers are not caused by stress or eating spicy food, but these can make ulcers worse.
Abdominal discomfort is the most common symptom of an ulcer. This pain is usually a dull, gnawing ache; comes and goes for several days or weeks; occurs 2 to 3 hours after a meal; occurs in the middle of the night (when the stomach is empty); is relieved by eating; or is relieved by antacid medications. Some other symptoms include; weight loss; poor appetite; bloating; burping; nausea; and vomiting.
Call your doctor immediately if you experience sharp, sudden, persistent stomach pain; bloody or black stools; or bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; They could be signs of a serious problem, like perforation, a break in a blood vessel, or an obstruction.
Treatment usually involves a combination of antibiotics, acid suppressors, and stomach protectors.
Reflux Esophagitis
Reflux Esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus caused by a failure of the valve between the esophagus and the stomach that prevents the back flow of gastric juices. Inflammation occurs when the exposure to stomach contents is prolonged and the stomach juices refluxed have a high acid and pepsin content.
Heartburn is the characteristic symptom. Other symptoms are a feeling of food coming back into the mouth, a feeling of delay in food going down and discomfort associated with swallowing. Treatment should consider lifestyle factors, the consideration of drug treatment, and perhaps even surgery.
Anal Fissure
An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the skin lining the anus, which causes pain, and/or bleeding. The typical symptoms of an anal fissure are extreme pain during defecation and red blood streaking the stool.
A hard, dry bowel movement can cause a tear in the anal lining, resulting in a fissure. Other causes of a fissure include diarrhea and inflammation of the area. An acute fissure is managed with treatments and over 90% will heal without surgery. Bowel habits are improved with a high fiber diet, fiber supplements, stool softeners, and plenty of fluids to avoid constipation and promote soft stools. Warm baths for 10-20 minutes several times each day are soothing and promote relaxation of the anal muscles. Occasionally, special medicated creams may be recommended. A fissure lasting longer than one month may require additional treatment.
Abdominal discomfort is the most common symptom of an ulcer. This pain is usually a dull, gnawing ache; comes and goes for several days or weeks; occurs 2 to 3 hours after a meal; occurs in the middle of the night (when the stomach is empty); is relieved by eating; or is relieved by antacid medications. Some other symptoms include; weight loss; poor appetite; bloating; burping; nausea; and vomiting.
Call your doctor immediately if you experience sharp, sudden, persistent stomach pain; bloody or black stools; or bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; They could be signs of a serious problem, like perforation, a break in a blood vessel, or an obstruction.
Treatment usually involves a combination of antibiotics, acid suppressors, and stomach protectors.
Reflux Esophagitis
Reflux Esophagitis is an inflammation of the esophagus caused by a failure of the valve between the esophagus and the stomach that prevents the back flow of gastric juices. Inflammation occurs when the exposure to stomach contents is prolonged and the stomach juices refluxed have a high acid and pepsin content.
Heartburn is the characteristic symptom. Other symptoms are a feeling of food coming back into the mouth, a feeling of delay in food going down and discomfort associated with swallowing. Treatment should consider lifestyle factors, the consideration of drug treatment, and perhaps even surgery.
Anal Fissure
An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the skin lining the anus, which causes pain, and/or bleeding. The typical symptoms of an anal fissure are extreme pain during defecation and red blood streaking the stool.
A hard, dry bowel movement can cause a tear in the anal lining, resulting in a fissure. Other causes of a fissure include diarrhea and inflammation of the area. An acute fissure is managed with treatments and over 90% will heal without surgery. Bowel habits are improved with a high fiber diet, fiber supplements, stool softeners, and plenty of fluids to avoid constipation and promote soft stools. Warm baths for 10-20 minutes several times each day are soothing and promote relaxation of the anal muscles. Occasionally, special medicated creams may be recommended. A fissure lasting longer than one month may require additional treatment.
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