Peptic ulcer is a medical disorder in which the stomach lining sores out and causes abdominal pain, indigestion, heartburn, etc.

Stomach Ulcers are also known as Gastric ulcers are painful sores in the stomach lining. These fall under the broader category of Peptic Ulcers that occur inside the intestines and stomach.

The stomach lining gets damaged due to many reasons.

• Helicobacter pylori (Hpylori) Bacterium. Studies have shown that 90% of people with duodenal ulcers and 80% with gastric ulcers are caused by H. pylori.
• Smoking plays an indirect role in the aggravation and growth of ulcers by accelerating the process of gastric emptying and reducing the secretion of bicarbonate acid buffers in the duodenum.
• Alcohol increases ulcer formations when H. pylori are present in the system by damaging the gastric mucosa. Alcohol worsens the symptoms and prevents healing.
• Stress and Anxiety is one of the main causes initiating the formation of ulcers. Both physical and psychological stress can play their part in causing and augmenting the symptoms.
• The extensive use of NSAIDs, such as aspirin.

SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS

• Severe pain.
• Burning sensation in the stomach area.
• Gastric ulcers cause pain more pronounced on the left part of the upper abdomen. The pain often increases upon eating.
• A duodenal ulcer pain is more pronounced around the belly button region often confused as hunger or indigestion. Pain often felt at night and relieved upon eating.
• Some other symptoms that you can feel are bloating, belching, nausea, and vomiting.

Self-Diagnosis of ulcers is difficult some of the symptoms are similar to indigestion and acidity. Always consult a physician for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Ayush Ayurveda can help you with diagnosis and treatment plans. Ayurveda has proven effective in treating stomach ulcers. These treatments are not just used for treating the condition but also for managing and preventing the recurrence as well.  

Ayurvedic treatment of Peptic Ulcers involves first identifying whether it is a Vata dosha or Pitta dosha type of ulcers. Once identified appropriate healing, management, and remedial measures are prescribed under the guidance of our specialists at Ayush Ayurveda. This ayurvedic treatment works by balancing the pH level (acidity) of the stomach. Taking the right diet and ayurvedic treatment for stomach ulcers in the form of the herbal formulation can help heal and manage and relieve the discomfort and pain caused by ulcers.