What really causes stomach ulcer?!
Question: Can i get an ulcer by taking highly acidic drinks( like fresh lemon juice) first thing in the morn?
Answers: Can i get an ulcer by taking highly acidic drinks( like fresh lemon juice) first thing in the morn?
It's mainly caused by a bacteria called Heliobacter Pylori... It is normally found in our gut but when the Ph in the stomach gets out of whack it starts to wreak havoc...
And also stress, because it stimulates the production of gastric juices...
And smoking... because of vasospasm, and because the stomach has finer blood vessels blood can't get through...
And not eating at the right time, the stomach doesn't stop producing acids and it eventually eats away at the mucous membrane which protects the gastric lining...
There are also medications like mefanamic acid that causes gastritis if you take it on an empty stomach.... And chronic gastritis leads to stomach ulcers...
I highly doubt that ingesting "highly acidic drinks" would cause an ulcer, unless of course your stomach lining is already weakened or something...
of course... have water with the lemon nd you shoud be fine..
but of course its possible
Ulcers are caused by bacteria. Not Acid and not Stress.
Acid will make then worse, but it doesn't cause them...
sadness can cause stomach ulcer. my dad is doc and said that, or having antibiotics without meals before
I heared some persons on blackgirlsconnect site got it, so you can ask them or discuss with them.
In the morning, the stomach itself is acidic. When you take highly acidic drinks on an empty stomach, that would get it worse. Yes, ulcer can develop from that, if you do not take anything else (food) and also being hungry for another few hours before taking your meals.
not necessarily, stomach ulcers are known to be caused by bacterias, sorry I forgot their name.
You will not get ulcer but might develop hyper acidity, smoking contributes to having a stomach ulcer, and spicy foods.
Also our stomach have high concentration of acid as well, and it increases when we eat, it is basically normal as part of our metabolism process.
Slight spelling mistake - the bug is Helicobacter pylorii
There is treatment which is basically a mix of antibiotics plus.
First confirmed by an Aussie doctor who deliberately infected himself to prove that the H. Pylorii bug could survive in the hydrochloric acid in the stomach and could give rise to stomach ulcers.
Bismuth + antibiotics were his answer to "the cure"
Edit: - sorry for misleading information above - I've had it pointed out to me that it is Heli-o-bacter, not heli-co-bacter as I had always thought. Just in case you want to check it out on the web.
Peptic ulcer disease refers to painful sores or ulcers in the lining of the stomach or first part of the small intestine, called the duodenum.
What Causes Ulcers?
No single cause has been found for ulcers. However, it is now clear that an ulcer is the end result of an imbalance between digestive fluids in the stomach and duodenum. Ulcers can be caused by:
Infection with a type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
Use of painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Naprosyn, and others), ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Midol, and others), and many others available by prescription. Even aspirin coated with a special substance can still cause ulcers.
Excess acid production from gastrinomas, tumors of the acid producing cells of the stomach that increases acid output; seen in Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
What Are the Symptoms?
An ulcer may or may not have symptoms. When symptoms occur, they include:
A gnawing or burning pain in the middle or upper stomach between meals or at night
Bloating
Heartburn
Nausea or vomiting
In severe cases, symptoms can include:
Dark or black stool (due to bleeding)
Vomiting blood (can have a "coffee-grounds" apearance)
Weight loss
Severe pain in the mid to upper abdomen
How Serious Is this Condition?
Though ulcers often heal on their own, you shouldn't ignore their warning signs. If not properly treated, ulcers can lead to serious health problems, including:
Bleeding
Perforation (a hole through the wall of the stomach)
Gastric outlet obstruction from swelling or scarring that blocks the passageway leading from the stomach to the small intestine.
Taking NSAIDs can cause any of the above without warning. The risk is especially concerning for the elderly and for those with a prior history of having peptic ulcer disease.
Who Is More Likely to Get Ulcers?
You may be more likely to develop ulcers if you:
Are infected with the H. pylori bacterium
Take NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and many others
Have a family history of ulcers
Have another illness, such as liver, kidney or lung disease
Drink alcohol regularly
Are 50 years old or older
oh yes
An ulcer is a thinning or breakdown of your stomach lining. When this happens you can get pains in your stomach, like heartburn and even in your upper back, as all your nerves in that area are connected.
This occurs from the build up of acid after a meal, so the pain usually occurs when your stomach is empty or about an hour after you have eaten a meal.
There is another condition called acid reflux which has similar symptoms. If you think you have an ulcer GO TO THE DOCTORS - it's important.
The doctor can really help because he or she will examine you and if they think you have an ulcer then they can give you tablets that reduce your stomach acid and so the ulcer will heal. They'll also ask you to give a poo sample so that they can check for a bacteria that causes ulcers. THIS IS IMPORTANT.
If you have the bacteria, the doctor will call you back and give you antibiotics to kill the bacteria and the ulcer will clear up.
The treatment lasts about 2 months, and then you will be back to normal. Not all stomach ulcers are caused by this bacteria, but if you do have the bacteria it needs to be dealt with, because it can cause long term harm.
Hope that helps.