Tips for treating stomach ulcers

 

Tips for treating stomach ulcers

Treatment of a stomach ulcer can last for several weeks, and in addition to the medications prescribed by the doctor, some of the guidelines followed during the treatment period can contribute to accelerating the healing of ulcer symptoms, accelerate the healing of the stomach lining.

• Tips for treating stomach ulcers

There are several things that help promote healing of stomach ulcers , including the following:

Strictly follow your doctor's recommendations when taking medications.

Depending on the cause of the ulcer, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics with antacids if the cause is the presence of Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, but if the stomach ulcer is caused by excessive use of painkillers and anti-inflammatories, he usually prescribes only antacids, and the complete healing of the ulcer depends on adherence to the prescribed dosages, as well as on the treatment time prescribed by the doctor.

Choose the right pain relievers

Usually the doctor will advise you to choose the paracetamol analgesic contained in Panadol and its commercial substitutes, instead of ibuprofen and Voltaren, especially in the period of ulcer treatment, because paracetamol is a safe analgesic on the stomach and does not irritate it, and does not aggravate stomach ulcers.

Stress control

Stress can increase stomach acid production, which can worsen stomach ulcer symptoms and slow stomach healing, so stress reduction techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, and low-intensity exercise can help during the ulcer treatment period.

Quitting smoking

The components of cigarettes contribute to an increase in the production of stomach acid, which slows the healing of the stomach lining and delays the healing of stomach ulcer symptoms, so smoking should be minimized during the treatment of stomach ulcers, and it is better to quit altogether if possible.

Changing the diet

This would be by following the following:

Avoid certain foods

Some foods cause an increase in stomach acid production , or a feeling of upset stomach, and it varies from person to person, so it is possible to identify foods that aggravate ulcers by resorting to an elimination diet for a specific time , common foods and drinks that cause this include:

1. Hot pepper.
2. Tea of all kinds, such as green or black tea.
3. Coffee, even if it is decaffeinated.
4. The mint.
5. Chocolate.
6. Tomatoes.
7. Acidic foods.

Eat smaller and more frequent meals.

Drink plenty of fluids, to keep the body hydrated, relieve stomach acid.

Avoid excessive intake of dairy products: 

Although it is commonly believed that milk and its products relieve stomach ulcers, but in fact milk is not a cure for ulcers, although it can temporarily improve symptoms, but over time and frequent drinking may cause worsening of symptoms, leading to increased acidity of the stomach.

• Natural recipes that help relieve stomach ulcers

There are several recognized natural recipes for relieving stomach ulcers , including the following:

Freshly squeezed cabbage juice

The importance of cabbage lies in its ability to enhance blood flow to the stomach lining by encouraging the production of an amino acid that helps this, which accelerates healing, as well as cabbage contains vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system and fights bacteria that may cause ulcers, and in order to use it, the following can be followed:

1. Cut 0.5 heads of cabbage into small pieces.
2. Put the pieces in a blender, add water, then mix until the consistency resembles juice.
3. Drink this juice before each meal daily, for a couple of weeks.

Garlic

Garlic is characterized by containing substances that act as an anti-inflammatory, as well as bacteria and oxidants, which helps in the treatment of H. pylori that causes ulcers, where you can eat 2-3 crushed garlic cloves daily on an empty stomach, then drink a glass of water, and it is imperative to consult a doctor before taking garlic supplements instead.

Honey

It is possible to treat and relieve stomach ulcers by eating honey, as it contributes to getting rid of the bacteria that cause ulcers, it also relieves inflammation of the stomach lining, strengthens the lining itself, and to benefit from honey, you can take two teaspoons of it daily once in the morning, so that it is on an empty stomach.

• Reasons to consult a doctor

It should also be borne in mind that leaving a stomach ulcer untreated may lead to other complications, and therefore you should see a doctor immediately after noticing any of the following:

1. Feeling weak and tired.
2. breathing difficulties
3. Black stools, especially if you are not taking iron supplements.
4. Vomiting and the appearance of blood in the vomit.
5. Feeling of sharp, sudden and continuous pain in the abdomen.