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Burnt stomach lining when should it heal?
the stomach lining should heal in 7 to 10 days but its best to see your local doc.
How is Ulcers caused?
ulcers occur when the mucus lining of the stomach becomes to thin
Why does the acid hurt the esophagus but not the stomach?
Because the stomach has a lining which protects it. Eventually if the acid continues to be produced then it too will have a negative effect such as an ulcer. The esophagus is a thin tube which does not have a lining.
Why do you think reducing the amount of acid in the stomach would help to heal stomach ulcers?
Because then the mucus will have time to come back and protect the stomach lining from creating ulcers.
Which of the following mechanisms helps prevent the gastric juice from destroying the stomach lining?
generation through mitosis of new cells to replace the stomach lining
What protects the stomach lining from its acid environment?
Your stomach has a mucus lining that protects it from the acid. Cells located in your stomach produce this lining.
What is damaged section of the stomach lining?
The stomach is a naturally acid environment protected by a thick layer of mucus. If the mucus wears thin, the acid can attack the stomach wall itself. That is called an ulcer.
What are small sores on lining of stomach called that are not ulcers?
Small sores on the lining of the stomach that are not classified as ulcers are often referred to as erosions. Unlike ulcers, which penetrate deeper into the stomach lining, erosions are superficial and affect only the outer layer. They can be caused by factors such as irritation from medications, alcohol, or stress. While they may cause discomfort, they typically heal more quickly than ulcers.
How can we avoid ulcers?
Stomach ulcers are caused by helicobacter pylori infection of the stomach lining. You can't entirely avoid getting these ulcers, but antibiotics can kill the bacteria causing them and they then usually heal rapidly.
How does the lining of the stomach compare with the lining of the small intestine?
The lining of the stomach has less surface area than the lining of the small intestine. The stomach lining has a mucus coating that protects it from acid while the lining of the small intestine is less coated.
What is damaged section of stomach lining?
The damage section of stomach lining is actually the entire stomach. The stomach is very acidic, however, is covered with a very thick layer of mucus for protection. If the mucus disappears the stomach lining will be damaged by the acids.
What is the damaged section of the lining?
The stomach is a naturally acid environment protected by a thick layer of mucus. If the mucus wears thin, the acid can attack the stomach wall itself. That is called an ulcer.
