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Ulcers

Ulcers are sores found in the mucous membrane that often result in the loss of epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous fat. They are commonly caused by poor blood circulation, lack of mobility, and prolonged and too much pressure on the tissues.

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How long do tongue ulcers last?

They usually last 1-2 weeks but if it lasts much longer than that or is appearing many times in a year you should consult a doctor.

How can a ulcer be treated?

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 was the evidence that the sientists collected that linked this microbe to stomack ulcers?

When the stomach was biopsied, they found Hylobacterium pylori in the stomach tissue and mucous lining. There was also a decreased incidence of stomach ulcers when the patient was treated with antibiotics.

Can you get an ulcer from kissing?

ulcer can be caused by many reasons

1. stress aggressiveness ulcer as it [promoted acid production

2. a certain bacteria called h pylori

3. spices and alcochol

What is good pills for ulcers?

Bland foods and anything that lines stomach like milk should be helpful

Is there a cure for mouth ulcers?

Yes, there is cure to mouth ulcers.mouth ulcers are formed when excess of heat is formed in our body. Therefore by drinking more amount of water,eating curd,having tender coconut and other substances which cools the heat in our body . Therefore mouth ulcers can be cured by these methods.remember icecreams only increase the heat in the body and doesn't cool our body.

Can gum cause ulcers?

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An Ulcer is a break in skin or mucous membrane where the surrouding tissue dies. It can be benign or it can be very serious. If there are around or in the oral cavity, you should see your physician. It could be anything from a canker sore to an STD.


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Does HIV cause stomach ulcers?

no you probably just ate something bad just take some medicine and you should be fine

Cocaine blocks the reuptake of what?

catecholamines

which causes:

Increased BP- can lead to stroke

Cardiac Acceleration- leads to dysrhythmias (impaired electrical activity)

Vasoconstriction- leads to Stroke or MI

CNS stimulation- leads to seizures

Anticholinergics- leads to gastric ulcers

What fruits can be eaten when you have stomach ulcers?

Apples, pears, tomatoes, peaches. Just avoid the acidic fruits like oranges and grapefruits and limes.

Can stomach ulcers be hereditary?

No, Stomach ulcers are caused by a bacteria.

A course of antibiotics will cure the problem.

Is there a Legal pain killer for an ulcer?

If you have an ulcer, then the risky pain relievers are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs like aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium, and ketoprofen, etc. However you can try Tylenol, but like any other medication this one has side effects also, so consult health care provider before taking anything, especially popping over-the-counter painkillers.

How do you heal stage 3 ulcer in foot?

what treatments are used to heal stage 3 ulcer in

foot

Can you have back pain with ulcers?

not sure about indigestion but yes! it causes back ache.

What bacterium is associated with ulcers?

The bacteria that is most strongly linked with gastric ulcer formation is H. pylori.

What body system do ulcers affect?

from the definition ulcer is the break out of the membrane which cause malfunction of that part so the effect depend on the type of ulcer that you talking about for example ulcer of mouth stomach etc

What causes an ulcer on a lip?

Warts are caused by one of several related viruses called human papillomaviruses. Some types are associated with genital warts. Other types tend to be responsible for warts on fingers, hands, toes and feet.

What does an ulcer look like?

Stomach ulcers causes a burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach that usually lasts between 0.5 to 3 hours. The pain is interpreted as heartburn, indigestion or hunger. Pain is usually restricted to upper abdomen but may occur below the breast bone. In some individuals pain occurs immediately after eating; in others it may be delayed a few hours. Stomach ulcers often wakes people at night, and they can be episodic, with pain free weeks followed by frequent pain. The pain may be relieved by eating, drinking milk, or taking antacids.

Two ways gastric ulcers can be diagnosed?

To detect an ulcer, one must first be familiar with the symptoms accompanying this ailment. The first and most obvious symptoms amongst sufferers is an intense burning feeling in the stomach. The pain comes and goes away. Pain usually occurs a few hours after consuming a meal, or around midnight if the stomach is devoid of food. There might also be nausea, vomiting and decreased appetite. There might not be any symptoms in the early stages of this ailment. However in later stages, as the ulcer progresses, symptoms begin to surface that are very serious. These include vomiting blood or seeing blood in your stool. The blood in the vomit or the colour of the stool could either be red or a dark shade of brown. Ulcer is commonly caused by a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori or H.pylori for short. H.pylori can be detected in the body through blood tests or breath samples. A sample of bodily tissues can also be examined. The patient might also undergo an upper gastrointestinal (GI) series, where X-rays are taken from your stomach, and throat. A tube will be extended from the mouth to the stomach, and a doctor will be able to look at the X-rays. A patient might also undergo another test called an endoscopy, where a tube with a camera on the end is extended down to the upper abdomen. The image is transferred to a television screen for the doctor to monitor. Samples of tissues might also be taken to examine for the presence of the H.pylori bacterium.

How to tell if the arterial ulcer is healing?

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.

What is a medical name for a bleeding ulcer?

Ulcer is a scientific (medical) name for an ulcer. An ulcer is a discontinuation in the bodily membrane, so technically, a paper cut on the finger is a form of ulcer.

The fancy name does depend, however, on the location of the said ulcer.

What are some peptic ulcer disease statistics?

Nearly four million people in the United States have PUD; about five adults in 100,000 will develop an ulcer.Primary and secondary PUD can occur in patients of all ages. Primary PUD is rare in children under age 10, increasing during adolescence.

What does a mouth ulcer look like?

Normally they are found between your cheeks and gums, under the tongue or on the sides of the tongue. They are either white round patches if on the tongue and small white blisters with pink areas if under the gums.

Who is the famous person with an ulcer?

Alfred Nobel, Pope John Paul II, Stonewall Jackson, Charles Darwin, George Bush, Imelda Marcos, Heidi Montag