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Treatment involves a combination of medications to kill the H. pylori bacteria (if present), reduce acid levels, and protect the GI tract. This strategy allows your ulcer to heal and reduces the...[read article]

Tests for Peptic Ulcer

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Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is ins...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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Gastric tissue biopsy is the removal of stomach tissue for examination. A culture is a laboratory test that examines the tissue sample for bacteria and other organi...  More
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Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) is an examination of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and upper duodenum with a small camera (flexible endoscope) which is ins...  More
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H. pylori tests are used in gastroenterology to detect the presence of the Helicobacter pylori bacterium that causes peptic ulcer disease. H. pylori is a Gram-negat...  More
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An upper GI examination is a fluoroscopic examination (a type of x-ray imaging) of the upper gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and upper sma...  More
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Detailed information on H. pylori, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment  More
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.  More
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A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a noninvasive test (nothing enters the body. This test detects hidden (occult) blood in the stool. Such blood may come from anyw...  More
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Surgical Procedures for Peptic Ulcer

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What Happens During Subtotal or Partial Gastrectomy for Stomach CancerThis type of surgery works well for people whose cancer involves the lower part of the stomach...  More
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What Happens During Total GastrectomyThis surgery is done for people who have cancer in the middle or upper part of the stomach. For this surgery, the surgeon makes...  More
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Vagotomy is the surgical cutting of the vagus nerve to reduce acid secretion in the stomach.  More
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Vagotomy is the surgical cutting of the vagus nerve to reduce acid secretion in the stomach.  More
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Gastrectomy is surgery to remove part or all of the stomach.   More
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Vagotomy is the surgical cutting of the vagus nerve to reduce acid secretion in the stomach.  More
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Prescribed Medications for Peptic Ulcer

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OMEPRAZOLE (oh ME pray zol) prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, certain bacteria in ...  More
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RANITIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and disco...  More
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METRONIDAZOLE is an antiinfective. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial and protozoal infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infectio...  More
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SUCRALFATE helps to treat ulcers of the intestine.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.  More
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METOCLOPRAMIDE is used to treat the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) like heartburn. It is also used to treat people with slow emptying of the sto...  More
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CALCIUM CARBONATE is a calcium salt. It is used as an antacid to relieve the symptoms of indigestion and heartburn. It is also used to prevent osteoporosis, as a ca...  More
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OMEPRAZOLE; SODIUM BICARBONATE prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and inflammation ...  More
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AMOXICILLIN; CLARITHROMYCIN; LANSOPRAZOLE (a mox i SIL in; kla RITH roe mye sin; lan SOE pra zole) is a combination of three medicines used to treat ulcers associat...  More
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BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE; METRONIDAZOLE; TETRACYCLINE is a combination antibiotic. It is used to treat stomach ulcers associated with Helicobacter pylori, a bacterial ...  More
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AMOXICILLIN (a mox i SIL in) is a penicillin antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral ...  More
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CIMETIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and disco...  More
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LANSOPRAZOLE prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, certain bacteria in the stomach, in...  More
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TETRACYCLINE is a tetracycline antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.Thi...  More
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ESOMEPRAZOLE prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, certain bacteria in the stomach, an...  More
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PANTOPRAZOLE prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), inflammation of the esophagus, and Zollinge...  More
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FAMOTIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can also relieve heartburn from ...  More
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RABEPRAZOLE prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), certain ulcers, certain bacteria in the stom...  More
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NIZATIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach pain and discomfort, and the heartburn from acid reflux.T...  More
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BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE relieves the symptoms of diarrhea, upset stomach, heartburn, acid indigestion, and nausea.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
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Over the Counter Medications for Peptic Ulcer

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OMEPRAZOLE (oh ME pray zol) prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, certain bacteria in ...  More
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RANITIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and disco...  More
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CALCIUM CARBONATE is a calcium salt. It is used as an antacid to relieve the symptoms of indigestion and heartburn. It is also used to prevent osteoporosis, as a ca...  More
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MAGALDRATE is an antacid. It is used to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your ...  More
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ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE; MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (a LOO mi num hye DROX ide; mag NEE zee um hye DROX ide) is an antacid. It is used to relieve the symptoms of indigestion, h...  More
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ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE; MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE; SIMETHICONE (a LOO mi num hye DROX ide; mag NEE zhum hye DROX ide; sye METH i kone) is an antacid and antigas medicine. It ...  More
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CIMETIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can relieve ulcer pain and disco...  More
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FAMOTIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach or intestinal ulcers. It can also relieve heartburn from ...  More
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NIZATIDINE is a type of antihistamine that blocks the release of stomach acid. It is used to treat stomach pain and discomfort, and the heartburn from acid reflux.T...  More
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BISMUTH SUBSALICYLATE relieves the symptoms of diarrhea, upset stomach, heartburn, acid indigestion, and nausea.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
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Self Care for Peptic Ulcer

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There are a lot of ways to quit smoking and many resources to help you. Family members, friends, and coworkers may be supportive or encouraging, but the desire and ...  More
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Avoid Aspirin
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Decrease Alcohol Intake
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Researchers say moderate caffeine intake doesn't pose a significant health risk, even for people 65 and older. But the experts are talking about people who don...  More
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Herbs and Supplements for Peptic Ulcer What's this?

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The medicinally used part of licorice is the root and dried rhizome of the low-growing shrub Glycyrrhiza glabra . Currently, most licorice is produced in Greece, Tu...  More
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Bilberry, a close relative of blueberry, has a long history of medicinal use. The dried fruit has been popular for the symptomatic treatment of diarrhea, for topica...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Neem has a long history of use in India. The leaf and bark extracts were recommended by herbal practitioners for gastrointestinal upsets, skin ulcers, infections an...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Neem has a long history of use in India. The leaf and bark extracts were recommended by herbal practitioners for gastrointestinal upsets, skin ulcers, infections an...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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