HERBAL TREATMENT OF STOMACH ULCER

What is stomach ulcer?

 Stomach ulcers, which are also known as gastric ulcers, are painful sores in the stomach lining.Stomach ulcers occur when the thick layer of mucus that protects your stomach from digestive juices is reduced. This allows the digestive acids to eat away at the tissues that line the stomach, causing an ulcer.

Stomach ulcers may be easily cured, but they can become severe without proper treatment.

Symptoms of stomach ulcers

A number of symptoms are associated with stomach ulcers. The severity of the symptoms depends on the severity of the ulcer.

The most common symptom is a burning sensation or pain in the middle of your abdomen between your chest and belly button. Typically, the pain will be more intense when your stomach is empty, and it can last for a few minutes to several hours.

Other common signs and symptoms of ulcers include:

• dull pain in the stomach
• weight loss
• not wanting to eat because of pain
• nausea or vomiting
• bloating
• feeling easily full
• burping or acid reflux
• heartburn (burning sensation in the chest)
• pain that may improve when you eat, drink, or take antacids
• anemia (symptoms can include tiredness, shortness of breath, or paler skin)
• dark, tarry stools
• vomit that’s bloody or looks like coffee grounds.

MOST COMMON TYPES OF STOMACH ULCER

Peptic Ulcer
Any ulcer that is exposed to pepsin is referred to as peptic ulcers. Peptic ulcers are found in the lining of your stomach or duodenum. Pepsin is normally present along with hydrochloric acid in the stomach lining. There are many symptoms of peptic ulcers that are worth checking out.

Gastric Ulcer
When a peptic ulcer is in your stomach, it is called a gastric ulcer. The symptoms of gastric ulcers are morespecific than peptic ulcer symptoms.

Duodenal Ulcer
When a peptic ulcer is in your duodenum, it is called a duodenal ulcer. This type of peptic ulcer develops in the first part of the small intestine. Some of the symptoms of a duodenal ulcer are interestingly quite opposite to those of gastric ulcers. Duodenal ulcers are the most common ulcers found in the Western world.

What causes stomach ulcers?

The two main causes of ulcers of the stomach and small intestine are:

• Helicobacter pylori bacteria

• long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen

• Less common causes of stomach ulcers include:
• • Excess stomach acidity (hyperacidity) - this can occur for a range of reasons, including genetics, smoking, stress, and some foods
  • Zollinger-Ellison - a disease that causes an excess of stomach acid to be produced (rare)

  Risk factors

  Certain behaviors and factors increase the chances of developing a stomach ulcer; these include:
  • Frequent steroid usage.
  • Smoking.
  • Overproducing calcium - hypercalcemia.
  • Genetics.
  • Consuming alcohol frequently.
  • Age - they are more common in individuals over 50. People of any age can develop a stomach ulcer, but they are much less common in children. The risk in children is higher if their parents smoke.

  What are NSAID drugs?

  A group of painkillers known as NSAIDs carry a risk of stomach ulcers. The two best-known NSAIDs are aspirin and ibuprofen.
  The risk of ulcers increases if the drugs are taken in high doses, or regularly for a long time.
  Stronger NSAIDs needed on prescription are riskier for stomach ulcers than those that can be bought over the counter.
  People should always check labels and talk to a pharmacist or a doctor about any concerns with using painkillers. They may recommend an alternative such as acetaminophen.
• TREATMENT IDEAS OF STOMACH ULCER
• Give Up Orange Juice For A While:Doctors aren’t sure why, but oranges—along with tomatoes and possibly grapefruit—may trigger the release of pain-causing chemical messengers, or neurotransmitters, in those with ulcers. If you think one of these foods might be contributing to your ulcer, try eliminating it from your diet for a few weeks. Then slowly add it back in and see if you notice a difference.

• Don't Fall For The Milk Myth:

• For a long time, doctors encouraged people with ulcers to drink milk. They thought milk’s smooth texture would coat and soothe painful ulcers. Research has shown, however, that the protein and calcium in milk stimulate acid production and can make ulcers worse.

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• Soothe With Yogurt

  Although milk can aggravate an ulcer, yogurt can actually soothe one. A review of studies suggests that while these friendly bacteria don’t get rid of H. pylori, they may lower the levels of it in the stomach, and their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may help heal the gastric mucosa. The probiotics, or friendlybacteria, in yogurt, such as Lactobacillus bulgaricus and L. acidophilus, may be the therapeutic substance.

• Guard With Garlic

  Long known as a natural antibiotic, some alternative experts suspect that garlic may also inhibit the growth of H. pylori. In one laboratory study, the extract from the equivalent of two cloves of garlic was able to stop the growth of this ulcer-causing bacterium.

  Ask Your Doctor About Licorice

  It’s a traditional folk remedy for ulcers, and there’s some evidence that it’s effective. Licorice contains glycyrrhizic acid, a compound that is thought to soothe and strengthen the intestinal lining and help ulcers heal more quickly. The average daily dose is 1.5 to 3 grams,but talk to your doctor before taking this amount because of the increased risk of high blood pressure. Licorice should not be used on a regular basis for a prolonged time—no longer than for 4 to 6 weeks.

  Eat More Frequently

  Even though the stomach’s acid production increases during and after meals, the presence of food in the stomach helps buffer the corrosive effects. Eating also increases bloodflow to the stomach, which helps protect it from digestive acids. Rather than having 2 or 3 large meals a day, eat 5 or 6 small meals daily.

  Reduce The Stress In Your Life

  For a long time, emotional stress was thought to be a leading cause of ulcers. Doctors now know that stress doesn’t cause ulcers—but anxiety, tension, and a high-strung approach to life can increase the brain’s perception of pain, says Meyers.
  If you already have an ulcer—or have had one in the past—it makes sense to include stress reduction in your overall treatment plan. Everyone controls stress in different ways. Vigorous exercise—walking, running, or cycling, for example—is a great way to dispel tension at the end of hectic days. (Try these 9 morning exercises to start your day stress-free.) Others turn to more formal stress-reduction strategies, such as meditation, prayer, or deep breathing.

  Quit Smoking

  People who smoke are much more likely to get ulcers than those who don’t smoke, Meyers says. Smoking slows the healing time of ulcers, increases the risk of relapses, and also may make the body more susceptible to infection-causing bacteria.

  Drink Alcohol In Moderation

  Alcohol can erode the stomach’s protective lining, resulting in inflammation and bleeding. It is even more likely to cause problems if you also smoke or take aspirin regularly, says Meyers. For men, the daily alcohol limit should be 2 drinks; for women, the upper limit is 1 drink daily. If ulcers continue to cause problems, you may want to give up alcohol altogether.

  Cut Back On Coffee

  Both regular and decaffeinated coffee increase levels of stomach acids. Coffee is unlikely to cause ulcers, but it can increase discomfort while an ulcer is healing, Meyers says.

  Drink Lots Of Water

  Drink at least 2 quarts of water daily when ulcers are “active”—and have a full glass whenever you experience discomfort. “Drinking water helps dilute acid in the stomach,” Meyers says. “Unlike milk, it doesn’t stimulate the production of more acid.”

  Relieve Pain With An Antacid

  To stop the pain of ulcers, doctors recommend taking an antacid. During ulcer flare-ups, taking an antacid is the quickest way to relieve the pain, says Meyers. Antacids contain calcium, aluminum, magnesium, or a combination. Aluminum causes constipation in some people, while magnesium can lead to diarrhea. “I advise people to evaluate their overall bowel habits, and choose an antacid based on that, as well as their overall calcium requirement,” 

  Try Cabbage To Treat Ulcers

  Folk healers have traditionally advised people to drink cabbage juice during ulcer flare-ups. It might be worth a try because cabbage contains an amino acid called glutamine, which is thought to speed intestinal healing. Some alternative experts recommend juicing half a head of cabbage and drinking it once daily. Eating the same amount of raw cabbage will have similar effects—but don’t bother with cooked cabbage, because heat cancels the beneficial effects.
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