Gastroduodenal Ulcer Quiz
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Pain in the middle of the upper stomach
Gastric discomfort
Heartburn
Localized abdominal pain
Abdominal discomfort
Black poop
There is a feeling that the stomach is burning
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- Abdominal pain
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- Tarry stools
- Poop is like coffee grounds
- Black shiny stool
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Try Free Symptom QuizWhat is Gastroduodenal Ulcer?
Ulcers are sores that can develop in the stomach and small intestines. In severe cases, the ulcers can be deep and cause bleeding within the gut wall. Common causes include the bacteria H. pylori, and painkillers such as Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Advil, Aleve (NSAIDs).
Typical Symptoms of Gastroduodenal Ulcer
- Black, shiny stool
- Stomach pain or tummy ache in a specific place
- Upper central abdominal pain
- Upset tummy / upper abdominal discomfort
- Feeling the need to pass motion even though nothing comes out
- Abdominal pain that worsens after meals
- Burning or hunger sensation in the stomach
- Heartburn; painful burning feeling in the chest or throat
Diagnostic Questions for Gastroduodenal Ulcer
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Are your stools black and shiny like hair?
- Is your stomach pain localized to one specific area?
- Do you have stomach pain in the middle of your abdomen?
- Do you have discomfort in the upper abdomen, like an upset tummy?
- Do you frequently feel the need to have a bowel movement but can't?
Treatment of Gastroduodenal Ulcer
The doctor may prescribe drugs to reduce gastric acid levels, and/or antibiotics to kill the H. pylori bacteria, if present. In severe cases, a endoscope (flexible tube with a camera and light at the end) may be need to be inserted through the mouth to stop an ulcer from bleeding.
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References
Bommelaer G, Stef A. Ulcère gastroduodénal: avant et après Helicobacter pylori [Gastroduodenal ulcer before and after Helicobacter pylori]. Gastroenterol Clin Biol. 2009 Aug-Sep;33(8-9):626-34. French. doi: 10.1016/j.gcb.2009.07.004. Epub 2009 Aug 13. PMID: 19682812.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0399832009002449?via%3DihubSovtsov SA. [Management of perforative gastroduodenal ulcer]. Khirurgiia (Mosk). 2015;(11):41-45. Russian. doi: 10.17116/hirurgia20151141-45. PMID: 26978622.
https://www.mediasphera.ru/issues/khirurgiya-zhurnal-im-n-i-pirogova/2015/11/downloads/ru/440023-12072015115Mayo Clinic
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/peptic-ulcer/symptoms-causes/syc-20354223
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Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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