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Esophageal Ulcer
An article contributed by featured author: James Louis
Ulcer DietDeveloping an Effective Ulcer Diet Often, an ulcer can be treated with a few simple ..... GERD or Esophageal Ulcer?
There are people who feel pain in the chest, near the heart, but are not suffering from a heart attack or angina. These type of people also taste acid in their mouth during or after the chest pain. This is commonly known as heartburn.
Peptic Ulcer DiseasePeptic Ulcer Disease: Understanding The Factors Peptic ulcer disease is a general term applied to a group of ulcer ..... Heartburn is often associated with GERD or chronic gastro esophageal reflux disease. GERD is a disease when the acid in the stomach goes up back to the mouth causing pain along the esophageal line and the distinguishable 'heartburn.' Heartburn however may not just be caused by GERD. In fact, it may even be a symptom of an esophageal ulcer. If your GERD comes with pain or difficulty in swallowing, there is a big chance that you are indeed suffering from esophageal ulcer.
Esophageal ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer that affects the esophagus, or that long tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. Ulceration oftentimes is seen just above the stomach where acid reflux starts. Esophageal ulcer is a type of ulcer diagnosed most common to elderly people. This is because ulceration in the esophagus usually happens when GERD is severe or left untreated for a long period of time.
If you are suffering from an esophageal ulcer, it would be wise if you shy away from fatty and spicy foods that contribute to acid reflux. A bed reclined by about 40 degrees from the head will help keep the acid in the stomach. Also, quitting smoking and drinking will ease the pain and help in the healing of the ulcers. If you are, however, suffering from muscle or joint pains, ask your doctors for an alternative to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are known to aggravate peptic ulcers. Your doctor may recommend acetaminophen if you need pain reliever on a regular basis.
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