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Ulcers are typically detected by a barium swallow, upper endoscopy, or even a CT scan. Treatment can include medicine to kill the bacteria that caused the ulcer. Also, acid reducing medication (such as Rinatadine) can be used. And treatment can be administered through the endoscope.
The endoscope, btw, is a lighted tube that snakes into the stomach from the mouth. It has a light and a camera on it so the doctor can see what is going on.
What else can I help you with?
Is Peptic ulcer deadly?
This could be deadly if it's never been treated. This is life treatening.
What is good to drink for a stomach ulcer?
All alcohol are acidic. if one has ulcers, he should avoid alcohol, until such a time one is sucessfully treated. All alcohol are acidic. if one has ulcers, he should avoid alcohol, until such a time one is sucessfully treated.
What conditions are treated by gastrectomy?
stomach cancer bleeding gastric ulcer perforation of the stomach wall noncancerous polyps
Is an ulcer a body system?
No, Ulcer is a disease that may be formed both in the stomach, intestines, or on the skin being those types different. When not precociouly treated, stomach and intestin ulcers may lead to cancer.
Trying for a baby but have a stomach ulcer?
Ulcers and babies are not related. Having an ulcer has no relation to trying to get pregnant. If you suspect you have an ulcer, see your doctor as it could become a serious condition if not properly treated.
What antibiotic is used for a bleeding ulcer?
Ulcers can be caused by a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). If this organism is present, the ulcer would be treated with a triple medication regimen; to include: Flagyl plus another antibiotic, antacids to neutralize acid in the stomach, a proton-pump inhibitor which will help heal an ulcer by decreasing acid production in the stomach, and Carafate which will coat an ulcer to allow it to heal.
What is the medical term meaning ulcer of the stomach and small intestine?
Ulcer of stomach known as Gastric ulcer. Ulcer in small intestine known as small bowel ulcer
What are the common causes of ulcer sores in the mouth and how can they be effectively treated?
Common causes of ulcer sores in the mouth include stress, injury, certain foods, and underlying health conditions. These sores can be effectively treated with over-the-counter medications, mouth rinses, and avoiding irritants. In severe cases, a doctor may prescribe medication or recommend other treatments.
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.
How do you stop a stomach ulcer?
Depending on the ulcer, you can prescribe medicine to lower the stomach contents' acidity, thus allowing the ulcer to heal. You can also treat the cause of the ulcer (which can be quite varied). The effectiveness of this approach depends a lot on the severity of the ulcer.
What is uterine ulcer?
This an ulcer on the lining of the uterus and is similar to any other ulcer.
What is an aphthous ulcer?
An aphthous ulcer is an ulcer in the mouth, caused by a break in the mucous membrane.
