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Precursors of gastric ulcer

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Introduction
Precursors of gastric ulcers include upper abdominal pain, postprandial pain, postprandial fullness, bleeding, hematemesis (vomiting blood), and melena (black tarry stools). The main symptoms of gastric ulcer are upper abdominal pain, postprandial pain, and postprandial fullness. In severe cases, symptoms such as bleeding, hematemesis, and melena may occur. If a patient develops ulcer perforation, it can lead to acute peritonitis and acute abdomen, requiring surgical treatment. The symptoms of gastric ulcers are mainly related to the size of the ulcer.

The stomach enables normal digestion of food. When food accumulates excessively, it often causes parts of the stomach to come into contact with gastric acid, making it prone to ulcers due to acid irritation. Gastric ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer and also a chronic systemic disease that poses significant harm to the human body. Early detection leads to better treatment outcomes—so what are the warning signs of gastric ulcers?

Warning Signs of Gastric Ulcer

Early signs of gastric ulcer include upper abdominal pain, post-meal pain, post-meal fullness, bleeding, vomiting blood, and black stools. The main symptoms of gastric ulcer are upper abdominal pain, pain after eating, and feeling bloated after meals. In severe cases, patients may experience symptoms such as bleeding, hematemesis (vomiting blood), and melena (black stool). If a patient develops ulcer perforation, it can lead to acute peritonitis and acute abdomen, requiring surgical intervention. Symptoms of gastric ulcers are mainly related to the size and depth of the ulcer; not all patients with gastric ulcers will exhibit noticeable symptoms.

Patients with poor gastric health can consume rice porridge, noodles, steamed buns, and similar foods. Rice porridge, made by boiling rice or millet, contains more water and is easier for the body to absorb. Once in the stomach, porridge helps protect the gastric mucosa and does not stimulate excessive gastric acid secretion, thereby reducing acid-induced irritation to the stomach lining. Noodles are soft and easily digested and absorbed by the body. Proper dietary choices do not burden the gastrointestinal tract and are quickly broken down and absorbed by the digestive system. Steamed buns are alkaline foods rich in starch. After consumption, they convert into sugar, providing energy for human metabolism.

Once symptoms of gastric ulcer appear, it is recommended to promptly diagnose the underlying cause and initiate active treatment as soon as possible to effectively control the condition and prevent deterioration. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and a happy life.

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