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Ulcer where? If on the dexterior of your body you can see it being gone. When in the stomach you have this breath test your digestive tract specialist can apply
that is, if it was established the ulcer developed in a Heliobactor Pylori environment.
If this was not the case, then see if the pain and heart burn lessened.
If you want you can get another endoscopy.
If the ulcer is in your intestines have another colonoscopy if the discomfort is not gone.
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What is an arterial ulcer?
Answer An arterial ulser is an ulser on an artery. Nothing to play with for sure. -The above answer is not entirely correct. An arterial ulcer refers to an ulcer that may have developed from but is prohibited from healing by arterial insufficiency. These ulcers tend to be at the distal (farthest away from the body) part of the feet. These contrast to Venous ulcers (due to lack of the bodies ability to return fluid away from the legs), neurotrophic (diabetic) and pressure ulcers (decubitus ulcers).
What is the ICD-9 code for non healing skin lesion?
A non-healing skin lesion is also referred to as a chronic ulcer. If there is no specified site, then the correct ICD-9 code would be 707.9 for an ulcer of the skin not otherwise specified.
What is an alcer?
You mean ulcer. They are healing wounds.
Can an endoscopy tell on the spot if you have an ulcer?
yes it can
Why is a bunion foot ulcer a particular problem for a diabetes sufferer?
(Foot ulcers can be particularly dangerous for people with diabetes, who may have trouble feeling the ulcer forming and healing if it becomes infected.)
Peptic ulcers are NOT associated with smokers?
Smoking does not cause ulcer formation, but it does cause gastritis, and does cause delayed healing of ulcers.
How do you tell if you have an ulcer without consulting a doctor?
you will know that you have ulcer without consulting a doctor by feeling pain before and after taking in solid or liquid foods.
How does pepto bismol help a cold sore?
Bismuth which is also known as pepto bismol helps increase ulcer healing by binding to the ulcer base , providing a sense of protection. Applying some to a cold sore after the skin has broken can speed up the healing process because the bicarbonate reestablishes the pH levels. It's a cheap substitution for abreva.hope this helps!
What ICD code would you use for non-healing ulcer on heel in a patient with diabetes type 2?
707.07 along with the appropriate diabetic code.
What is the healing process for ulcers?
An ulcer can be treated by Ranitidine. This drug is effective in preventing recurrence of ulcers when used in low doses for a long period of time.
Mode of action of Bismuth subsalicylate as medicine?
bismuth promotes ulcer healing by forming a bismuth-protein coagulant which protects the ulcer from acid and pepsin digestion it also stimulates mucos , bicarbonate and prostaglandins production it also have antimicrobial activity against H.pylori
What is the difference between venous and arterial ulcers?
A venous ulcer is superficial and painful. It is found on the lower leg or ankles. An arterial ulcer is usually on the foot but may be on the lower leg. It has a "punched out" look. The skin around it is very cool to the touch and often pale or shiny.
