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Peptic Ulcer

Also indexed as:Duodenal Ulcer, Gastric Ulcer, Stomach Ulcers, Ulcer (Peptic)
Ulcer pain? Undo the damage. Peptic ulcers can cause serious discomfort and damage to the digestive system if left untreated. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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Ulcer pain? Undo the damage. Peptic ulcers can cause serious discomfort and damage to the digestive system if left untreated. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

  • Calcium carbonate (Tums), magnesium and aluminium hydroxide (Maalox TC, Mylanta) may help neutralize excess stomach acid, or famotidine (Pepcid AC), cimetidine (Tagamet HB 200), ranitidine (Zantac), or omeprazole (Prilosec over-the-counter) may help reduce acid production

  • Avoid irritants

    Avoid smoking, aspirin and related drugs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), alcohol, coffee (including decaf), and tea to improve ulcer healing

  • Fight recurrences with fibre

    Reduce the risk of new duodenal ulcers by getting enough fibre

  • Give zinc a go

    Take 25 to 50 mg of this mineral a day to speed the repair of damaged tissue

  • Get a check-up

    See a doctor to find out whether your ulcer is related to Helicobacter pylori infection

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