Peptic Ulcer
A sore that develops on the lining of the oesophagus, stomach or small intestine. Ulcers occur when stomach acid damages the lining of the digestive tract
Peptic Ulcer Overview
Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, small intestine,
or esophagus.
Types of Peptic Ulcers:
- Gastric Ulcers: Occur on the inside of the stomach.
- Duodenal Ulcers: Occur on the inside of the upper portion of your small intestine (duodenum).
Causes
- Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Hyperacidity
- Foods (such as spices, pungent foods, etc.)
- Smoking
- Note: Stress and spicy food do not cause peptic ulcers but may make your symptoms worse.
Symptoms
- Burning stomach pain between meals or at night
- Feeling of fullness, bloating, or belching
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Intolerance of fatty food
- Pain usually relieved by food, milk, antacids, belching, or vomiting
Severe symptoms may include:
- Vomiting blood (may look red or black)
- Dark blood in stools or black stools
- Trouble breathing
- Unexplained weight loss
- Feeling faint
- Loss of appetite
Risk Factors
- Smoking
- Alcohol consumption
- Eating spicy food
- Stress
Homoeopathic Approach
When Homoeopathic medicines are administered, the approach starts with addressing
the underlying cause, such as stress. Once the cause is removed, healing of the
invaded mucosa occurs, reducing inflammation and fibrosis, thus aiding the healing
process.
Homoeopathy treats at a deeper level by strengthening immunity and enhancing the
body's healing capacity.
It can also help to prevent complications of peptic ulcers.
Homoeopathic Medicines
- Phosphorous: Very effective for burning pain in the upper abdomen, sinking or empty feeling in the stomach, weight loss in spite of eating well, and sensitivity to cold air.
- Arsenic Album: For ulcers with intense burning pain and nausea, particularly suited to people who cannot bear the sight or smell of food and are very thirsty.
Medicines
Homoeopathic Medicines
Arsenic Album :
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Silicea :
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Mezereum :
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Phosphorus :
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Lycopodium :
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