Can mild gastric ulcers heal on their own?
Disease description:
Can a mild stomach ulcer heal on its own? Can a minor gastric ulcer resolve spontaneously?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
It depends on the specific circumstances. Due to differences in patients' physical conditions and underlying causes, the spontaneous healing rate of gastric ulcers varies significantly. In individuals who are physically robust, if ulcer development is related to gastric acid and lifestyle and dietary habits are improved, the ulcer may heal on its own. However, in patients with poor constitution or Helicobacter pylori infection, the likelihood of spontaneous healing is low, and active treatment with regular medication as prescribed by a physician is necessary.
