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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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Are mouth ulcers symptoms of pregnancy?

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i have been having some pregnancy symptoms but have not been trying to get my hopes up. i have some painful mouth sores and have been wondering as well if they are a symptom of pregnancy,i looked around on line and people go both ways on the answer to this question. Alot of women say that they had them alot more than normal when they were pregnant and some sites say that they are due normaly, pregnant or not, to being mentaly stressed or tired which happens alot when you are pregnant. so that is my best answer for you, but i am searching myself and if i find out more i will put it up. Good Luck ive read bleeding gums are a common in preg women, so it could very well be

What are Gastric outlet obstruction's etiology and pathophysiology?

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Gastric outlet obstruction (GOO). GOO is not a single disease or disorder but a condition in which the stomach cannot empty because the pylorus is blocked.

What are the best initial antibiotic treatment for an infected pressure ulcer?

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Type your answer here... cefoxitin 1-2gms iv6-8 hrly

What percent of ulcers cause by H pylori can be cured with antibiotics?

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Over 90% of peptic ulcers can be healed with antibiotics AND cessation of the offending agent. The top two promoters of ulcers are 1) alcohol and 2) smoking.

What is an ulcer made of?

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They are caused in some people be stress. The stress causes an excess production of stomach acid which causes the inside of the stomach to ulcerate. In other people, consuming foods that have a high acidic content can cause ulcers. Such as citrus juices and colas and tea and coffee.

There are also some ulcers that are caused by helicobacter bacteria. These are cured by prescription medication.

Also, people who take a lot of aspirin can get ulcers.

How does stomach ulcers spread?

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how should I know? And HOW do you know, when you are researching it? This is why I even asked. Because I was researching a sickness. Or illness. Or disease. I don't even know. But their all pretty much the same. I think its a disease. An ugly disease.

Can ulcers cause weight loss?

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I've suffered a duodenal ulcer in the past and I lost some weight for two reasons ie the pain I had as masses of food were being passed thorough it which could result in me vomiting and secondly the knock-on effect of a lack of appetite. Besides, the body normally gets stressed with this sort of trauma which burns up more calories.

What organ is affected by an ulcer?

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Stomach! Also, the duodenum, and the esophagus, too.

Can you get blisters under your armpit?

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Yes, because I've got some painful blisters under my arm (left side only).

What are the first aid of stomach ulcer?

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If it's a bleeding ulcer, put the patient on IV Ringer's and transport ASAP. Patient is NPO for this. In the field far from help, IV RInger's is good if you can. You can also make a decision about administering antacids PO in order to reduce further damage to the ulcer. Additionally, if you expect to not complete a rescue sooner, you can commence a course of acid secretion inhibitors (proton pump inhibitors, etc.) in order to increase pH in the stomach. As the vomiting or diarrhea that accompany peptic ulcers can dehydrate your patient, hydration is always a consideration. This can be offset by the IV Ringer's but may also require IV or SQ of normal saline. Again -- this isn't a good idea if you're going to reach the hospital in minutes. While recent treatment of peptic ulcers has included a cocktail of antibiotics that attack a species of the genus Helicobacter, this treatment is outside the realm of first aid. Note that in the field, primary diagnostic indices for peptic ulcer are history and the patient's experience, vomiting or excreting blood. Blood loss or hypovolemia is the most dangerous of the symptoms.

Can a peptic ulcer be seen on CT scan?

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The answer is "sometimes". The gold standard for diagnosis of peptic ulcers is endoscopy, specifically esophagogastroduodenoscopy (which views the esophagus, stomach, and duodenal portion of the small intestine).

How does H. pylori cause stomach ulcers?

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H. pylori are able to survive in stomach acid because they produce enzymes (special proteins) that neutralize the acid. This mechanism allows H. pylori bacteria to enter the stomach and make their way to the "safe" area - the protective mucous lining of the stomach wall. When the bacterium is in the mucous lining of the stomach, the body's natural defenses cannot reach it. The immune system will respond to an H. pylori infection but will not be able to kill the bacteria since they are hidden in the stomach lining. The immune system will keep sending infection fighters to the infection site and H. pylori will feed on the nutrients provided by the body, allowing them (the bacteria) to survive in the stomach environment.

What happens if an ulcer burst in your intestines?

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For -burst- stomach ulcers without medical treatment, yes. When an ulcer bursts, blood may enter the stomach, causing blood loss, or stomach contents may enter the abdominal cavity causing sepsis. The ulcer may also break through to other organs, or be a sign of cancer.

If the ulcer bursts, seek immediate medical attention.

However, most stomach ulcers are just painful, and don't burst.

Is it possible to have internal hemorrhoids and ulcers at the same time?

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Yes. One is a bacteria (ulcers) and the other is from pushing, lifting, etc.(hemorrhoids).

What surgery can be done on leg ulcers?

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The surgical procedure for severe ulcer disease is also called an antrectomy , a limited form of gastrectomy in which the antrum, a portion of the stomach, is removed.

Do ulcers cause a bloody cough?

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What did people used to think caused ulcers?

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Worry, stress and dietary factors causing gastric acid were thought to be the cause of ulcers.

Where do peptic ulcers usually develop?

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Peptic ulcers can develop in the lower part of the esophagus, the stomach, the first part of the small intestine (the duodenum), and the second part of the small intestine (the jejunum).

What is the cause of decubitus ulcers?

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Also known as 'bed sores' is pressure ulcers in bedridden patients. It is one of the complication of long term patients who are not mobile and gradually develop ulcers over the back and progress to a lot of tissue destruction even exposing the bones.

Can you die from a gastric ulcer?

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Depends where the ulcer is - if it's somewhere along your digestive tract (i.e oesophagus downwards), then possibly, either due to infection or blood loss. However "death" is still an unlikely outcome, if the ulcer is known about and being treated. If it's a mouth ulcer, you're very unlikely to die from it if you're otherwise healthy.

Tiny white blisters tongue infants?

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Mouth ulcers wich should clear with bonjela, a cream for the mouth. An abcess which is like a tooth infection but can spread. Do you smoke? This could be some form of cancer. You should see your doctor or dentist just to be safe

What is an alcer?

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You mean ulcer. They are healing wounds.

What are the causes of digestive ulcers?

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I don"t think there is a single answer however in 2005 two Australian scientists received the Nobel Prize for services to medicine by proving that peptic ulcers are in fact treatable by antibiotics, and not due to aciddic imbalances damaging the stomach lining as previously thought. This has revolutionised treatment for ulcers. Search: Nobel Prize medicine ulcers in google for all links. Yes, the majority of gastric ulcers are caused by an organism called Helicobacter pyloris. It can be treated by a triple therapy of:- * Antibiotic e.g. metronidazole * PPI e.g. omeprazole * H2 Antagonist e.g. Cimetidine.