Home Remedy For Stomach Ulcer
Stomach ulcers occur when the thick layer of mucus that protects your stomach from digestive juices is reduced. This allows the digestive acids to eat away at the tissues that line the stomach, causing an ulcer.
What causes stomach ulcers?
Stomach ulcers are almost always caused by one of the following:
- an infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)
- long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen
Symptoms of stomach ulcers
A number of symptoms are associated with stomach ulcers. The severity of the symptoms depends on the severity of the ulcer.
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The most common symptom is a burning sensation or pain in the middle of your abdomen between your chest and belly button. Typically, the pain will be more intense when your stomach is empty, and it can last for a few minutes to several hours.
Other common signs and symptoms of ulcers include:
- dull pain in the stomach
- weight loss
- not wanting to eat because of pain
- nausea or vomiting
- bloating
- feeling easily full
- burping or acid reflux
- heartburn, which is a burning sensation in the chest)
- pain that may improve when you eat, drink, or take antacids
- anemia, whose symptoms can include tiredness, shortness of breath, or paler skin
- dark, tarry stools
- vomit that’s bloody or looks like coffee grounds
Home Remedy For Stomach Ulcer
INGREDIENT:
Pawpaw
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Pick up unripe papaya and wash it.
- Do not peel or remove the seeds.
- After carefully cleaning the outside, slices into pieces without peeling it.
- The cut should be small like pieces of sugar. Put all the small pieces of papaya in a clean container.
- Fill the container with water to stop at the same point as the sliced papaya has stopped.
- Leave the papaya in the water for four days. For example, if you soak on a Monday, counting Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday will be the fourth day.
- On the fourth day, the water will be white, like palm wine, filter the water discard the papaya and the water becomes your cure for the ulcer.
DOSAGE:
Drink half a glass of the papaya water every morning, afternoon and evening. You will not feel these ulcer pain any more, because it will cure the internal wounds which are at the origin of the pain.
This DOSAGE may be continued for weeks or months, depending on the severity of the ulcer.
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NOTE: ULCER patients:
- should eat early,
- Should avoid spicy food
- Should avoid alcohol
- Should avoid drugs with caffeine
- Should avoid Orange, pineapple, lime, lemon,Sugarcane, avoid any cola soft drink.
Top Tips to Prevent Stomach Ulcer
- Avoid smoking: Smoking can weaken the lining of the stomach, making it more susceptible to damage and ulcers.
- Avoid alcohol consumption: Alcohol can irritate the stomach lining, leading to inflammation and ulcers.
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet: Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help protect the stomach lining and reduce the risk of ulcers.
- Manage stress: Stress can contribute to the development of ulcers, so it is important to practice stress-reducing techniques such as meditation, deep breathing exercises.
- Limit non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, can irritate the stomach lining and increase the risk of ulcers. If you must take these medications, take them with food, and use the lowest effective dose.
- Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands frequently, especially before eating or preparing food, to reduce the risk of infections that can cause ulcers.
- Get enough sleep: Lack of sleep can increase stress levels and contribute to the development of ulcers. Aim for at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
- Avoid spicy and acidic foods: Spicy and acidic foods can irritate the stomach lining, making it more susceptible to damage and ulcers.
- Maintain a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase the risk of ulcers. Maintain a healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise.
- Treat H. pylori infection: H. pylori is a type of bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers. If you have an H. pylori infection, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to treat it.
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DR. APPIAH
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