02:01 PM
Friday 04 December 2020
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Books – Sayed Metwally
Scientists have warned against “burping,” indicating that it may be a sign of an ulcer in your stomach.
What is a burping?
It is a healthy physiological process to release air from the stomach or throat outside the body, according to the British newspaper “express”.
The main cause of stomach ulcers is the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), but it is not the only cause, so what are the signs of infection?
Aside from a bacterial infection, long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can cause stomach ulcers, and stress and spicy foods can exacerbate symptoms, but how do you know you are infected?
According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms of stomach ulcers include belching, bloating, and a feeling of fullness.Moreover, a person may experience heartburn and nausea. An affected individual may also develop an intolerance to fatty foods, while the most telling sign is a burning stomach pain, which can get worse when Your stomach is empty.
This type of pain tends to be relieved when you eat certain foods that “protect stomach acid”. However, the pain comes back and appears again, and it may happen often, but stomach ulcers can cause severe signs that you should be aware of.
For example, a person may vomit or vomit blood, which can appear red or black. Another sign is dark blood in the stool, or black or tarry-looking stools.
Other warning signs can include: unexplained weight loss, feeling faint, and difficulty breathing. You should consult your doctor if you have any of the warning signs.
How do stomach ulcers occur?
Stomach ulcers appear “when acid in the digestive system eats the inner surface of the stomach or small intestine,” according to the Mayo Clinic. This causes an open sore that may bleed, and it can lead to the symptoms listed above.
People at risk of this condition?
Smoking cigarettes may increase the risk of stomach ulcers in people infected with H. pylori. Moreover, drinking alcohol can irritate and erode the stomach mucosa. In addition, alcohol can increase the amount of stomach acid that is produced. People who eat spicy foods are also more likely to develop this condition.
These risk factors do not cause ulcers, Mayo Clinic said, but they can make ulcers worse and make healing difficult.
And if stomach ulcers are left untreated, it can lead to complications, such as internal bleeding.
Internal bleeding is the cause of vomiting stained with blood or tarry stools; It can also lead to anemia, and another complication is a blockage in the digestive system, where ulcers prevent the passage of food.
treatment
Once a stomach ulcer has been diagnosed by a medical professional, treatment can begin. If the cause is H.pylori infection, then antibiotics will be prescribed.
More medications can be given to “block acid production” in the stomach to promote ulcer healing.
Drug treatment is usually successful, so if you are concerned about developing a stomach ulcer, seek medical attention.
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