
Peptic ulcer formation,
Stomach ulcer causes,
Symptoms of peptic ulcers,
Gastric ulcer diagnosis,
H. pylori and ulcers,
Stomach acid and ulcers,
Treating peptic ulcers,
Ulcer prevention tips,
1.Introduction
What is a peptic ulcer?
How ulcers form in the stomach
2. Causes of Peptic Ulcers
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection
Excessive stomach acid production
Long-term use of NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin)
Smoking and alcohol consumption
Stress and dietary factors
3. Symptoms & Complications
Burning stomach pain
Nausea, bloating, and vomiting
Internal bleeding and perforation risks
4. Diagnosis & Medical Tests
Endoscopy for ulcer detection
H. pylori testing (breath, stool, blood tests)
Imaging scans
5. Treatment & Management
Antibiotics for H. pylori
Acid-reducing medications (PPIs, H2 blockers)
Lifestyle and dietary adjustments