Stomach ulcer is a very common condition. This health problem is seen in both children and adults regardless of age. This often overlooked condition can lead to complications if left untreated. A wrong lifestyle is often the cause of this condition becoming so serious. The stomach has a lining called mucosa. It produces two types of toxic substances.
This is called mucus and bicarbonate respectively. These substances keep the hydrochloric acid in the stomach in a balanced state. Intestinal ulcers occur when there is insufficient production of these mucus-forming substances or excessive production of acid. Ulcers are mainly caused by infection with the bacterium H pylori.
There are many reasons for the presence of this bacteria in the body. Constant use of painkillers, acid-producing foods, strong tea, coffee, alcohol, spicy foods, mental stress, and untimely diet can all lead to ulcers. There are many symptoms of this disease and the symptoms may vary depending on the severity of the disease.
Some of the symptoms include upper abdominal pain, heartburn, cramping, bloating, indigestion, and black stools. Anemia, bleeding and weight loss can all be considered dangerous symptoms. Those with these symptoms should seek treatment early. Watch the full video to understand more about this disease.