Can someone please tell me what the symptoms are of stomach ulcers?

The major symptom of an ulcer is a burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach area that lasts between 30 minutes and 3 hours. this pain is often interpreted as heartburn, indigestion or hunger. the pain usually occurs in the upper abdomen, but sometimes it may occur below the breastbone. In some individuals the pain occurs immediately after eating. In other individuals, the pain may not occur until hours after eating. the pain frequently awakens the person at night. Weeks of pain may be folowed by weeks of not having pain. Pain can be relieved by drinking milk, eating, resting, or taking antacids.

stomach pains (pain reliefs after you eat),nausea,abdominal discomfort..

i dont know much
but u will vomit blood (according to my friend)

I've been having really bad bloating and indigestion which i don't usually have as premenstrual symptoms. Do you feel like this leading up to your period or could it be something more? I'm just a bit concerned as this is how i fealt before my early miscarriage last year.

If you have bloating now then when is your period actually due?

Or you could be ill, it's too early if it's before your missed period to tell anything more.

For my lab at school, we're examining specimens that have been treated with formaldehyde. After each of my labs I've noticed that i get indigestion or at least something that feels an awful lot like it. my symptoms last for 1-2 days after my lab.

Indigestion (discomfort felt as a burning pain in the chest and lower throat) is a symptom of an inflamed esophagus. Causes include hot or spicy foods, and acid flowing back from the stomach. A hiatus hernia, in which part of the stomach passes into the chest cavity through the hole for the esophagus, is often responsible, causing belching, bloating, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

Symptoms

• Pain in the chest, throat and jaw
• Partially digested food that returns to the mouth on bending or lying down
• Pain between the ribs suggests a peptic ulcer
• Water brash – whereby the mouth suddenly fills with watery saliva – is also typical of a peptic ulcer

Cures

Vitamins and Minerals

Cabbage juice has long been taken to help heal peptic ulcers. Sip 10-13 fl. oz (300-400 ml) daily on an empty stomach, freshly juiced with a handful of fresh basil, marjoram and/or oregano leaves to improve the flavor and boost the effect. Small, regular meals taken 2-3 hours apart help to reduce stomach acid and soothe painful inflammation. Sip reduced-fat milk and milk beverages, and chew licorice, which has potent ulcer-healing properties. Follow a daily vitamin/mineral regimen and take 2 kelp (seaweed) tablets daily, because large quantities of raw cabbage (or juice) can affect thyroid gland function in people with an iodine deficiency. Take additional A, C and E vitamins; B complex vitamins for stress reduction; and zinc supplement, 40 mg twice daily, to boost the healing process.

Herbal Medicine

Aloe vera juice or gel taken orally before your three main meals and at bedtime has been clinically shown to combat peptic ulceration. A herbal practitioner might prescribe an infusion of marshmallow leaves, or medications containing ginger, bay leaves, thyme, caraway, marjoram, mint or savory. Follow recipes containing these herbs to increase ulcer healing. Chew slices of dried or candied root of angelica.

Aromatherapy

Add a couple of drops of essential oil of cardamom, laurel, basil, cinnamon and/or lavender to a carrier oil and heat in a burner, or add sparingly to bathwater.

Homeopathy

For acute attacks of indigestion, take every 10-15 minutes for up to 7 doses: Carbo veg. 30c for a stomach full of wind, relieved by belching, a burning sensation in the stomach felt through to the back, and a craving for fresh air; Nux 6c for heartburn half an hour after eating, painful retching leaving a bad taste in the mouth, irritability, and attacks triggered by stress of too much food or alcohol; and Capsicum 6c for indigestion during pregnancy, with a burning sensation behind the breastbone, great thirst, and drinking that causes flatulence and shuddering.

Medical Treatment

Reflux (acid flowing back from the stomach) suppressant mixtures containing sodium alginate and potassium bicarbonate are suitable both for heartburn and for reflux episodes due to hiatus hernia. Antacids/antiflatulents (taken to combat wind) and antispasmodic medications may also be prescribed to control spasm triggered by gastric irritation. Medications used to control the acid concentration of the stomach contents may also be prescribed as a course accompanied by amoxycillin and clarithromycin (antibiotics) to overcome bacterial infection of the stomach, which is now recognized as an important contributory cause of peptic ulcers.

Prevention

• Reduce stomach acid with small, frequent meals and milky drinks
• Avoid acidic/spicy foods
• Avoid smoking, alcohol, strong tea and coffee
• Reduce stress by counseling/meditation
• Lose surplus weight to help combat reflux
• Raise the head of the bed to reduce night-time reflux

Caution

• A diagnosis by X-ray or an endoscopy is vital if there are persistent symptoms.
• Unexplained weight loss, jaundice or pain radiating into the back must all be traced to their cause
• Dark "tarry" stools or "coffee grounds" vomit (containing partly digested blood) suggest an active ulcer – see a doctor without delay.

   

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I had routine blood work done last monday and was told I had high liver function so went in for an ultrasound. the ultrasound showed my gall bladder was full of gallstones. I have had occasional indigestion at night but other than that I haven't experienced any other symptoms. Since I have not had any real symptoms, will I have to have my gall bladder removed any time soon?

I have been experiencing stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion since aprox. 7am Sunday morning. I have felt feverish, but no fever. That lasted till about Monday morning, and I felt fine Monday afternoon, then I was back in bed on Tuesday. I felt very weak about 11AM Tuesday, I could not stand or walk, this lasted till this morning. my body still aches from time to time, unpredictable pain in stomach. I do have a stomach disorder, but it's never exceeded a few days at most, and it usually passes through stool.

I don't believe this is the flu since none of my family members have caught it, and I have a normal temp. What could this be?

and what are the symptoms of both? Bit of a silly question really, but I have never suffered from either. I am nearly 5 weeks pregnant, and keep having a kind of burning sensation in my chest and lower neck, particular after eating, it only last a couple of minutes or so then goes away. I know indigestion/heartburn can be a problem in late pregnany, but surely not this early?! I've also been [excuse me] burping and trumping a lot – anyone else had this?

this always gets me confused because i say i have the opposite but heartburn is when acid comes up from your stomach and sometimes reaches your mouth, indigestion is pain in the chest near your heart. You have heartburn, ask your midwife for some gaviscon or just buy it in the chemist, it works wonders, remember to eat little and often to avoid it and dont drink anything with a meal, wait until afterwards, this helps, trust me!

Heartburn is when some stomach fluid goes back up your esophagus creating a burning feeling in your chest.

Indigestion is anything in the digestive track from the stomach all the way down to the lower intestine that is making you uncomfortable.

I had horrible heartburn when I was pregnant. it was much worse when I was father along. (You can get it in early pregnancy just as much as later.) I had peppermint tums, which worked wonders! They are safe to use in pregnancy. Congrats on the baby!

Indigestion is a pain in the stomach, heartburn you feel in your throat and back of mouth, as it's the acid rising from stomach giving this symptom.

you know, my hubby gets heartburn all the time and honestly I have no clue what it feels like. i'll star you and get back to this later. good luck with the answers!

Heartburn is that burning sensation you experience under your breastbone after you've eaten something you liked that didn't like you. sometimes it's mistaken for a heart attack. or worse, a heart attack may be labeled as heartburn.
Heartburn s the result of esophageal reflux, which is the failure of the lower esophageal sphincter (the middle at the end of the esophagus). Normally this muscle relaxes to let food into the stomach, then immediately contracts to close off the esophagus from the stomach contents. but if the muscle weakens–a common result of pregnancy and, sometimes, obesity–acid and bile from the stomach can back up into the unprotected esophagus and irritate it, causing a burning sensation in the chest.
Many foods can trigger heartburn. Peppermint, spearmint, fatty foods and chocolate are among the most menacing. Citrus juice, tomato products, coffee (yes, even decaff!), tea, colas, and alcohol can also aggravate or initiate heartburn.
Certain drugs also have been indicted. Progesterone in oral contraceptives, nicotine, the tranquilizer Valium, antibiotics such as tetracycline, asthma medications such as aminophyulline, and certain heart medicates are just a few examples. the acidity in Vitamin C tablets can also cause the problem.
Heartburn can also be disease related. the major symptom of a gastric ulcer is a burning, gnawing pain, usually felt throughout the upper part of the abdomen and sometimes in the lower chest. it usually occurs just after eating and can last from half an hour to three hours. the problem can come and go, with weeks of intermittent pain alternating with short pain-free periods. a duodenal ulcer produces a similar gnawing pain, usually confined to a small area in the upper middle abdomen but sometimes radiating throughout. the pain is often temporarily relieved by eating but then returns several hours later and lasts for a couple of hours. It's often worst at night. in fact, nighttime aggravation us such a telltale sign that if you are being awakened by pain the wee small hours, take that as a clue that you may have a duodenal ulcer.
Responses:
The first reaction to an attack of heartburn is usually to take an antacid tablet such as Rolaids and lie down. but it's the wrong reaction. the best way to get immediate relief from heartburn is to take a liquid antacid such as Mylanta and sit up. Sitting up helps reduce the pressure against the lower esophageal sphincter muscle. And while antacid tables may be more convenient, .liquid preparations have the edge because they coat more of the surface of the esophagus and stomach, providing more soothing relief.
Antacids contain at least one of four neutralizing ingredients–sodium bicarb, calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide–each of which can have its own set of side effects. for this reason, antacids should be used only for occasional bouts of heartburn. Long-term use should be monitored by a health care professional.
Antacids containing calcium carbonate such as Tums and Alka-Mints and Aluminum hydroxide such as AlternaGel can cause constipation. Sodium-containing products can load up your system with sodium. AND ANY ANTACID CAN INTERACT WITH CERTAIN ANTBIOTRICS< HEART MEDICARTIONS AND OTHER DRUGS.
To minimize attacks, avoid the foods or drugs that aggravate heartburn. this can be done by keeping a food diary and noting which food or foods bringing on an attack.
In addition, you should eat small, frequent meals instead of infrequent, heavy ones, eat your last meal of the day several hours before bedtime, rinse your esophagus frequently by lowing slipping water throughout the day and avoid lying down after meals.
If heartburn is a frequent problem at night, raise the head of your bred four to six inches. this will elevate your upper body without folding you in half which can aggravate the condition. And avoid using extra pillows for the same reason.

You may have encountered indigestion during pregnancy. It is normal since you have a baby inside you. It will grow larger and larger providing some pressure to your stomach. as a result, you will not be able to eat well and have some symptoms called indigestion or acid reflux.

Indigestion during pregnancy happens when you have stomach acid flows into your esophagus. normally, this should not occur because you have lower esophageal valve to prevent this. however, you can have this in several circumstances. Being pregnant is one that provides the chance for you to have acid reflux and cause heartburn.

Heartburn includes the symptoms of having the pain on the chest. some people compare it to the symptoms of the pain from heart disease. It is a stinging and burning pain. Approximately 15 million of the US people suffer from it.

You can have heartburn or indigestion during any period of your pregnancy. It is estimated that there are 20 per cent of female experience heartburn during the first three months of pregnancy. The number increases to 40 per cent and 70 per cent for the second and third semester respectively.

The symptoms will not be harmful to your baby but the treatment of them can be. so, you will need to be careful on what medicines that you are going to use. It can carry some side effects which may not be desirable. Consult your doctor before using any medicine when you are pregnant.

Another way to treat indigestion during pregnancy is using home remedy. You can apply what you have already had in your kitchen to help cure heartburn. It can be safe and less expensive for you.

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I'm only suffering with really bad indigestion after i eat, but no other symptoms, in the 3rd week i had the feeling of coming on my period with the cramping and stuff but now its just indigestion. anyone else had this problem?
Thanks

i have what looks like a mole on my back it has changed somewhat in size however i have a lot of pain in the area around it and what seems like a mass i'm worried how do i know if its cancer? what are some other symptoms?

Cancer Symptoms

Since prevention is one of the most important cancer-fighting tools, it is important that cancer be detected as early as possible before it spreads.

Telltale Signs of Cancer include: A lump or thickening in the breast or testicles; a change in a wart or mole; a skin sore or a persistent sore throat that doesn't heal; a change in bowel or bladder habits; a persistent cough or coughing blood; constant indigestion or trouble swallowing; unusual bleeding or vaginal discharge; and chronic fatigue.

If you notice any of these symptoms, you should see a physician for testing. we also have a web page that lists some of the tests that are available to detect cancer.

The following are symptoms that may occur in specific types of cancers:

Bladder cancer: Blood in the urine, pain or burning upon urination; frequent urination; or cloudy urine

Bone cancer: Pain in the bone or swelling around the affected site; fractures in bones; weakness, fatigue; weight loss; repeated infections; nausea, vomiting, constipation, problems with urination; weakness or numbness in the legs; bumps and bruises that persist

Brain cancer: Dizziness; drowsiness; abnormal eye movements or changes in vision; weakness, loss of feeling in arms or legs or difficulties in walking; fits or convulsions; changes in personality, memory or speech; headaches that tend to be worse in the morning and ease during the day, that may be accompanied by nausea or vomiting

Breast cancer: A lump or thickening of the breast; discharge from the nipple; change in the skin of the breast; a feeling of heat; or enlarged lymph nodes under the arm

Colorectal cancer: Rectal bleeding (red blood in stools or black stools); abdominal cramps; constipation alternating with diarrhea; weight loss; loss of appetite; weakness; pallid complexion

Kidney cancer: Blood in urine; dull ache or pain in the back or side; lump in kidney area, sometimes accompanied by high blood pressure or abnormality in red blood cell count

Leukemia: Weakness, paleness; fever and flu-like symptoms; bruising and prolonged bleeding; enlarged lymph nodes, spleen, liver; pain in bones and joints; frequent infections; weight loss; night sweats

Lung cancer: Wheezing, persistent cough for months; blood-streaked sputum; persistent ache in chest; congestion in lungs; enlarged lymph nodes in the neck

Melanoma: Change in mole or other bump on the skin, including bleeding or change in size, shape, color, or texture

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma: Painless swelling in the lymph nodes in the neck, underarm, or groin; persistent fever; feeling of fatigue; unexplained weight loss; itchy skin and rashes; small lumps in skin; bone pain; swelling in the abdomen; liver or spleen enlargement

Oral cancer: A lump in the mouth, ulceration of the lip, tongue or inside of the mouth that does not heal within a couple of weeks; dentures that no longer fit well; oral pain, bleeding, foul breath, loose teeth, and changes in speech

Ovarian cancer: Abdominal swelling; in rare cases, abnormal vaginal bleeding; digestive discomfort

Pancreatic cancer: Upper abdominal pain and unexplained weight loss; pain near the center of the back; intolerance of fatty foods; yellowing of the skin; abdominal masses; enlargement of liver and spleen

Prostate cancer: Urination difficulties due to blockage of the urethra; bladder retains urine, creating frequent feelings of urgency to urinate, especially at night; bladder not emptying completely; burning or painful urination; bloody urine; tenderness over the bladder; and dull ache in the pelvis or back

Stomach cancer: Indigestion or heartburn; discomfort or pain in the abdomen; nausea and vomiting; diarrhea or constipation; bloating after meals; loss of appetite; weakness and fatigue; bleeding – vomiting blood or blood in the stool

Uterine cancer: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, a watery bloody discharge in postmenopausal women; a painful urination; pain during intercourse; pain in pelvic area