A peptic ulcer even referred to as peptic ulcer disease (PUD), is an open sore ring in the gastrointestinal tract that is essentially acidic in nature and causes severe pain. It is mucosal erosion that occurs on the inner lining of the esophagus, stomach or upper parts of the small intestinal tract and is characterized by abdominal pain. About 10% of all adults are affected with Peptic ulcers at some time in their life. The incidence of Peptic ulcers is more common in males as compared to females.

Causes of Peptic Ulcer:

• Emotional stress

• Foods (spices, pungent foods, etc)

• Overuse of certain drugs, especially NSAIDs (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)

• Infections (H-Pylori)

• Hereditary

• Smoking

Symptoms:

• Pain in the epigastrium (upper part of abdomen)

• Hunger pain- worsening of pain when the stomach is empty

• Night pain- wakes the patient from sleep

• Heartburn

• Water brash

• Loss of appetite (anorexia)

• Nausea

• Haematemesis (vomiting of blood)

• Dark or black stools

Diagnosis:

• Endoscopy to evaluate ulcers

• Biopsy may be required

• Barium meal (double contrast)

• Stool examination

• Complete blood count

Benefits of Homeopathy:

Homeopathy offers long-term cure instead of temporary relief. It treats at a deeper level of immunity and enhances the healing capacity of the body. Homeopathy can also help to prevent complications of Peptic ulcers. Homeopathy treatment provides safe and effective treatment for gastric ulcers. Homeopathic remedies help to reduce the severity and frequency of the symptoms of gastric ulcers.