Is coffee bad for an ulcer ?
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Often times, when people see me drinking a cup of coffee -- they give the warning "You shouldn't drink coffee, it will give you ulcers." The thinking, until recently, was that excess stomach acid caused ulcers and that coffee would contribute to the stomach acid. Recent studies however show that most ulcers are caused by a particular bacteria, namely Helicobacter pylori . Those ulcers can be cured easily with antibiotics. An important distinction to make is that while coffee or spicy foods for that matter don't cause the ulcers, they may serve to aggravate existing ulcers.
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Gastric ulcers are usually caused by acid eating away at your stomach lining.  Drugs exists that lower the amount of acid in your stomach. Examples of these drugs are Histamine-2 Receptor Antagonists (Zantac, Pepcid) or Proton Pump Inhibitors (Prilosec, Prevacid, Protonix, Nexium).  Ulcers can also be a side effect of drugs.  The most common drugs that cause this are NSAIDs (Advil, Motrin, Aleve).  Talk to your doctor to see if you are taking any medications that could be contributing to your ulcer.  If you can get rid of an ulcer but it comes back later you may have to stay on acid lowering drugs to prevent them from coming back.\n  \nUlcers can also be caused by bacteria called Heliobacter pylori.  Your doctor can give you antibiotics to kill this.
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A.stomach ulcer is break in the mucus secreting cover of the inside of the stomach.it is caused by hurry,curry,worry.B.it is generally seen in smokers,alcoholics,tobacco chewers,and in what we call stress ulcers,when the person is down with stroke,paralysis,heart attack.another most importent cause ofthe stomach ulcer is pain allevating drugs and steroides.C.it is diagnosed with history of the  disease,symptoms and physical examination. then there are diagnostic procedures,such as barium meal x -rays.endoscopy,and endoscopic biopsy.D. it is prevented by avoiding above mentioned risk factors,that is avoide alcohol,smokng,tabacco chewing,avoide as far as possible pain killer drugs and if neccessory take under physician's supervison only,avoide late nights,fried foods ,spicy food,tea,coffee in excess.eat three hours before going to sleep,wear loose cloths while going to sleep.have daily walk 5 to 7 km per day.avoide hurry,curry,worry.E.burning in the chest is called reflux esophagitis,gerd,or gatro-esophagial reflux disaese.it is caused by reflux of the acid from stomach going,or comning in the esophagial tube,there by causing damage to its lining and injury.it is because of the improper closing of the lower esophagial sphincter[end of the tube door].many of the causes are same as above mentioned for stomach ulcer.prevention is same,however it is advisable to see your physician.
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heart burn.  And when you eat the pain subsides only to get worse than it was before you ate again.  ulcer is caused by increase acids in your stomach that eats away at your stomach linning.  some causes are unhealthy diet, smoking, stress (to name a few).  The pain gets better when eating because the food absorbes the acids decreasing the irritation to the ulcer but then gets worse as the acid production increases to digest the food that was eaten.  protiens make it worse because protien is digested mainly in the stomach as carbs are more helpfull because they dont activate digestive acids in the stomach.  Carbs are digested in the intestines.  Seek medical attention. bleeding ulcers can cause seriouse problems!
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you probably have 'gerd'.  stomach acid like yours can cause ulcers in your esophogus.  prevacid is best prescription.  maybe you need an endoscopy.  according to another q:  i am believing you have been under some unbearable stress at home.  i've beem treated for 'gerd' and ulcers in my esophogus for years!  \n\nI ALSO ANSWERED 'CAN GOD CONTROL YOUR LIFE'?  i also turned in that guy who is trying to knock the props from under you.  you see, GOD sends help just when you need it most!  WHY?  BECAUSE HE LOVES YOU AND IS REACHING OUT TO HELP YOU IN HIS WORD!
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H pylori is a gram negative bacteria. The bacteria is responsible for 80% of gastric (stomach) ulcers and 90% of duodenal (intestinal) ulcers.  It is not known how H pylori is transmitted.  Vaccines to prevent peptic ulcers are being developed, but are not ready.\nTreatment for H pylori infections would most likely: \na) triple therapy - two antibiotics  + proton pump inhibitor\nb) dual therapy - antibiotic  + proton pump inhibitor \n          or\n   antibiotic + H2 antagonist\nc) other therapy - two antibiotics + bismuth subsalicylate + H2 antagonist\n\n*Note:  triple therapy has a better eradication rate.\n\nBasic types of medications for stomach:\n1. proton pump inhibitors inhibit gastric acid forming, ex: Prilosec,Prevacid \n2.  H2 antaqgonists reduce gatric acid secretion ex: Tagamet, pepcid, zantac\n3.  antacids neutralize gastric acid that has already formed, maalox, mylanta\n4.  Carafate is like a band-aid for ulcers, it forms a sticky paste that adheres to the ulcer surface, providing a protective barrier that allows healing \n\nA bland diet may also be recommended, and foods known to cause discomfort, such as spicy foods, carbonated drinks and caffeine should be avoided.\nSmoking should also be avoided as smoking increases harmful effects of H pylori, alters protective mechanisms, and decreases gastic blood flow.\n\nfor more info on H pylori call 1-888-my-ulcer\nor visit www.cdc.gov   or\n         digestive.niddk.nih
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I think dairy products contain calcium. Calcium does something to the acid pump in your stomach, not sure exactly, but I think it produces more acid and aggravates the ulcer. Caffeine does the same. Careful with aspirin products, caffeine, spicy foods, and fats. Do a google search on Calcium and peptic ulcer disease.
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yes i had ulcer and what am i talking i still do,,, ulcer is something you cannot cure but you can take precautions.. i experience the same problems you do.   you need alot of rest, eat small amount of meals, ( eat every one hour if you have to ), stop worrying about anything, if there is any problem in liulfe, write it on a peice of paper and start thinking positive ways of handling it instead or stressing yourself.  keep taking your meds, take rest in between your daily activities, also once you had a meal make sure you have a PLAIN SODA, that will digest your food and so you will not have the burning sensation. All these what i am saying you can write it down and ask your doctor, he/ she will agree with my advice to you. As i have been suffering from ulcer since 1991.  Good Luck.
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I had an ulcer for years and so did my brother.  WHat you can eat varies from person to person, but eating greasy foods is the #1 no-no.  Spicy foods bother most people (but not me), as does caffiene, and many people must cut out milk products because they raise the acidity level in the stomach about 30 minutes after consumed.  Cut out acidic fruits such as citrus, but most other fruits are okay.  Tomato products are also acidic.\n\nHe can eat vegetables (not fried), lean meats, chicken, fish, etc.  Scrambled eggs were comforting for me.  SO were bananas.  Breads, crackers, etc., are fine.  Peanut buter and jelly sandwiches or lean meat sandwiches are good, too.  Just try to focus on what he CAN eat instead of what he can't.\n\nHe may have to experiment a little with what helps/hurts him specifically.\n\nDoctors now say that ulcers are the result of a bacteria, H. Pylori.  Most people don't know they have the bacteria until it has eaten an ulcer in their stomach lining.  He will need to get antibiotics from his doctor.\n\nHope this helps.
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Have you been tested for the bacteria "H Pylori"? Its a that you can get and it causes stomach ulcers, it is cured with an anti-biotic.
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Zanax is very addictive. Yes ulcers can come from stress. My ulcer became evident after I ate. Got very nauseous. Had to lay off all greasy food. Took meds. It finally healed. Try some web sites about stree and how to combat it. What is stressing you? Can you avoid it? Do you have a chance to relax during the day? We all have a little stress but some are overwhelmed with it. Exercise helps as does a good diet. Prayer and meditation helps. Find something that suits your lifestyle. Good luck.
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Doctors don't recommend aspirin because it's good for your health - they recommend it because it thins blood which will help if you have high blood pressure or heart problems.  Except that they are finding now that this doesn't work as well (if at all) for women.\n\nOTOH, constant use over a period of time contributes to ulcers, if not causing them.\n\nNO medicine is without negative side effects, and should only be taken if the benefit outweighs the risk.  It is best that YOU know what the risk is when you take medicine so you can decide if it is worth it to you.
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if you can get mint leaves,  boil pot of water , pour over mint leaves allow to stand and drink. i have stomach ulcers and this helps relive pain for me!
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Please see the webpages for more details on Peptic ulcer.\nCertain foods and lifestyle are considered to promote gastroesophageal reflux:\nCoffee, alcohol, and excessive amounts of Vitamin C supplements are stimulants of gastric acid secretion. Taking these before bedtime especially can promote evening reflux. Calcium containing antacids are in this group[3]. \nFoods high in fats and smoking reduce lower esophageal sphincter competence, so avoiding these tends to help, as well. Fat also delays emptying of the stomach. \nHaving more but smaller meals also reduces the risk of GERD, as it means there is less food in the stomach at any one time. \navoid eating for 2 hours before bedtime \navoid soft drinks \navoid chocolate and peppermint \navoid spicy foods \navoid acidic foods like oranges and tomatoes (however, they are okay when fresh.) \navoid cruciferous vegetables: onions, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, spinach, brussel sprouts \nmilk and milk-based products contain calcium and fat, so should be avoided before bedtime
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If you mena peptic (stomach) ulcers, then the above answers are interesting.  For centuries, we thought that acid causes ulcers.  Something seemed wrong with that hypothesis, though, since the stomach is MEANT to have the acid, so why would it cause ulcers? Well in the early 1980's two pretty brave Australian doctors thought of a radical idea: the ulcers are caused by bacteria.  They spent their life proving it and they finally succeeded.  THey actually swallowd the bacteria and have gotten ulcers on purpose.  It all paid off, though, as they have become recipients of the 2005 Nobel Prize in Medicine.  So the second poster is right.  It is bacteria and it is called Helicobacter pylori.  Plenty of people have it and stress, smoking and alcohol make the likelihood of getting an ulcer worst.  If you have ulcers, ask your doctor to check you for H. pylori and treat you as necessary.  Cheers.\n\nCheck this out:\n\nhttp://nobelprize.org/medicine/laureates/2005/
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Milk calms an ulcer. But the only way to heal them is to see a dr and be put on meds for awhile.
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I was told by my chiroprator that drinking Aloe Vera Juice can help with ulcers.  I am no doctor though.