Ulcers

Granted pepsin could kill a cell by hydrolyzing crucial proteins, it doesn't specifically destroy cells. It is a protease, a protein-digesting enzyme. There are two reasons why pepsin does not, under normal conditions, turn around and start digesting the cells of the host. Pepsin is only present in the stomach, where it is compartmentalized from the rest of the body. The mucous membrane protects the lining of the stomach so the stomach is not degraded by the enzymes or the strong hydrochloric acid. Secondly, pepsin is only active as an enzyme in very acidic environments like that of the stomach. Once the chyme of the stomach is dumped into the duodenum of the small intestine, the pH increases dramatically and the pepsin is denatured, no longer active to digest protein.

The lower half of the stomach makes most of the acid and gets all the peptic ulcers above the duodenum. Removing it leaves little place for ulcers to form and little acid to produce them.

The things you can do to not agrravate an ulcer is to limit caffeine,avoid stress.eat on time,avoid to much alcohol and etc.

an gastro intestinal dr

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.

The H pylori bacteria doesn't cause diarrhea, but it gives black, tarry stools. Other symptoms include weight loss, loss of appetite, bloating, nausea, burping, and vomiting.

STD's and ulcers are not related. That is not to say a person with an ulcer could have one.

But so could a person without one.....

The four best foods to deal with stomach ulcers are: 1) Vegetables - particularly mild ones such as broccoli, cauliflower and potatoes. 2) Mild fruits - apples and bananas are excellent but avoid acidic fruits such as tomatoes, oranges, lemons and pineapples. 3) Some types of dairy - milk actually exacerbates ulcers so go for low fat versions of cottage cheese, cream cheese and sour cream to incorporate calcium into your diet. 4) Whole grains - complex carbohydrates (think of cereal, corn, graham crackers, pasta and rice) help fight heartburn.

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.

I assume this is a gastric or duodenal ulcer. Treatment depends on the cause. The most common cause is a bacteria known as H pylori. There are several lab tests to determine if this bacteria is present. Any Family Practice Physician, Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner can order the specific test based on your circumstances. If this test is positive, treatment consists of , usually, 2 antibiotics for two weeks, plus an acid reducing medication known as a proton pump inhibitor- Prilosec is an example, but there are others. The PPI is continued for 8 weeks. There are alternative treatments, but all include an antibiotic/PPI combination. There are other causes of ulcers, such as medication induced from medications such as Non Steroidal Anti-inlammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, Naprosyn, etc, used on a chronic basis. There are several other not so common causes of ulcers. Treatments vary as to the specific cause. It is important to see a medical provider if you think you might have an ulcer, as symptoms associated with ulcers can also be from other medical conditions. Further, ulcers, if treated improperly or inadequately, can result in serious and /or fatal complications.

Yes, you can get herpes from a bite if the person who bit you had a cold sore at the time, or in the period right before a cold sore appears. The infection would affect you at the site of the bite.

normally you get a mouth ulcer from running low or stress or not having enough vitamin b12

Not as much popping, as scraping or cutting off. *warning* It is painful. The common procedure is scraping or cutting the white part off (which is the source of the infection). It is recommended to use something like a toothbrush with quite a few painkillers.

the harmful chemicals are absorbed into your stomach lining and wear it down

An ulcer in the incisura of the stomach is typically treated with a combination of medications and lifestyle changes. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly prescribed to reduce stomach acid and promote healing. Antacids or H2-receptor antagonists may also be used to alleviate symptoms. In addition, patients are advised to avoid irritants such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption, while also adhering to a balanced diet.

The obstructed area is removed and part of the bowel is cut away. If the obstruction is caused by tumors, polyps, or scar tissue, they are removed. Hernias, if present, are repaired. Antibiotics are given to reduce the possibility of infection.

TB ulcer is transverse while typhoid is longitudinal

I hope not.

You should stick to the diet recommended by your doctor. Most stomach ulcers are caused by a bacterium, and are curable with the proper antibiotics. If your doctor is not pursuing this route, see a gastroenterologist.

In the meantime, avoid spicy foods, alcohol, and over the counter painkillers like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxin sodium. Tylenol is OK, provided that you are, indeed, avoiding the alcohol and do not have liver problems.

Every girl gets chest pains (or women) It could be a sign of heart attack but only if u r hving those types of problems. Otherwise, it means your boobies are growing or some development is happening to them I also was researching something for u and found out that chest pain can also be because u hv lung cancer,

abdominal pain, worse after eating, relieved by vomiting

nausea, vomiting

acute pain related to inflammation of the intestinak mucosa. this can be used :)

Tongue Ulcers, also known as aphthous ulcer, are distinguished by white colored lesions on the tongue. They are usually painless. These ulcers are not of very serious kind but, when the same patch grows and turns into blood red color the ulcers might bleed causing damage to your tongue. You can feel a burning sensation and might spot red, swollen spots on the tongue.

The skin overlying bony prominences is the most prone to developing ulceration.