Stomach cancer is the most dangerous complication of peptic ulcer disease when the mortality rate is very high, especially when detected at a late stage. So, be careful with the symptoms of peptic ulcer and take timely treatment to avoid causing early cancer.
1. Causes of stomach ulcers
According to the Society of Gastroenterology, in Vietnam, up to 26% of the population has stomach ulcers. Notably, the disease tends to increase and younger than before.
Gastric ulcers can be caused by many different causes, of which the two most common are:
- Helicobacter pylori infection. pylori (HP bacteria): After entering the stomach, HP bacteria will enter the mucous layer of the gastric mucosa, secreting toxins that damage the gastric mucosa, inhibiting the production of mucosa-protecting factors. The lining of the stomach forms ulcers.
– Using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as naproxen, ibuprofen, diclofenac… for a long time will cause stomach damage and ulcers.
Stomach damage due to ulcers.
In addition, there are some less common causes including:
- Increased acid secretion in the stomach.
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome causes excess acid in the stomach.
– Some other risk factors: regular smoking and drinking alcohol/other alcoholic beverages; or stress, anxiety; Eating, living in moderation, lack of science…
2. Typical symptoms of stomach ulcers
Symptoms of peptic ulcer disease are diverse, the most typical is a burning sensation, gnawing and pain in the epigastrium, the pain is more intense when the stomach is empty and does not contain food. Some other symptoms may include:
- Flatulence, indigestion.
- Vomiting, nausea.
– Ợ gas, heartburn.
- Acid reflux.
– Eat fast, full, anorexia because of pain.
- Difficulty sleeping, not sleeping well.
- Black or bloody stools.
- Digestive disorders: Diarrhea, constipation.
- Sudden weight loss.
- Weakness and fatigue.
Some typical symptoms of peptic ulcer.
Gastric ulcers when they have turned into a chronic stage are difficult to treat definitively and can cause many dangerous and life-threatening complications such as:
- Gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Perforation of the stomach.
- pyloric stenosis.
- Stomach cancer.
In particular, the rate of cancer after gastric ulcer accounts for 5-10%. According to the Global Cancer Registry (IARC), there are about 870.000 new cases and 650.000 deaths due to this disease. In Vietnam, stomach cancer accounts for 10,6% of cancer cases annually, equivalent to 17.527 cases.
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3. Improve symptoms of stomach ulcers with Y-Stomach Medicine
Long-term gastric ulcer disease with symptoms such as belching, heartburn, epigastric pain, nausea ... will greatly affect the quality of life. Therefore, you should pay attention to your diet and activities and combine the use of Y-shaped stomach medicine - Yumangel.
With the main ingredient is the active ingredient Almagate 1g, the Y-shaped stomach medicine helps to quickly reduce the symptoms of stomach ulcers after only 5-10 minutes of use. The suspension also helps to create a mucus-like membrane on the mucosa to cover the stomach lining. Thereby helping to reduce damage by gastric acid or free radicals.
Yumangel has an easy-to-drink taste, is designed in sachets, and can be taken immediately without mixing with water, so it is convenient for busy people.
Y-shaped stomach medicine – Yumangel
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In addition to taking the Y-Yumangel stomach medicine, you should apply some of the following ways to actively prevent recurrent stomach ulcers: Increase eating foods rich in fiber and beneficial bacteria such as fruits, vegetables, milk. sour; eat cooked drink boiled; eat slowly, chew well; eat right and enough meals; should not eat and work at the same time; do not smoke, avoid alcohol and caffeine; limit eating spicy and sour foods; stress management; Limit antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, pain reliever…
Depending on the cause of the stomach ulcer, the doctor will choose the right treatment method for each patient. It is important for patients to seek medical attention as soon as unusual symptoms appear. The sooner you get treatment, the better your chances of a cure.
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