Gastroduodenal Ulcers

Ulcers occur in the Stomach and Duodenum as a result of excess acidity, H. pulori infection, or due to excess use of gastric irritants such as Aspirin or alcohol. It is only relatively recently that it was discovered that bacterial infection by H. pylori is related to many cases of Gastroduodenal Ulcer. The majority of cases occur between the ages of 25 and 64 (70%).

A primary presenting symotom is upper abdominal pain. Nausea, loss of appetite, heartburn, bad breath and belching may also be present.

Diet is important in the treatment of all gastric diseases. For Ulcers, easy-to-digest food, chewing well, undereating, and eating at regular intervals are all important. Avoiding excess heating foods is also important. Excessive Smoking and alcohol are also contributing factors.

Western Medicine treatment involves medicines that inhibit acid production, or antibiotics in the case of bacterial infection.

Research

1. A review on gastric ulcer remedies used in Unani System of Medicine