These medications include
H2 Blockers and proton
pump inhibitors (PPIs).
else that may or may not be a
serious issue.
Because of the improvements
in the medications that are
used to treat ulcers, surgery is
rarely an option used in
treatment.
Surgery
is
generally only considered
when
a
life-threatening
complication of ulcers arises,
such as severe bleeding,
perforation or obstruction. In
some instances, even these
conditions may be treated and
resolved without surgery.
Another factor that influences
how the body responds to
ulcer treatment is lifestyle
habits.
A doctor will
recommend making lifestyle
changes such as quitting
smoking, refraining from
alcohol, each of these factors
will help the ulcer heal more
quickly. For males this
means limiting consumption
of alcohol to two or less
drinks per day and for
females this means one drink
per day is allowed.
With the right medication,
lifestyle changes, dietary
recommendations and proper
treatment, those who suffer
from stomach ulcers can live
a pain free life. Stomach
ulcers may recur if left
untreated so it is very
important to follow the
treatment plan recommended
by the physician because it
For ulcers that do not respond
to traditional treatments and
may develop complications,
may actually be a result of
cancer. Sometimes when the
symptoms do not respond to
treatment or worsen, it may
be the result of something
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