अल्सर — an ulcer — is an open sore that develops on the inner lining of the stomach, upper small intestine, or food pipe, causing persistent pain and discomfort. Commonly known as peptic ulcers, these wounds form when the protective mucus lining of the digestive tract is eroded by stomach acid. While ulcers are treatable, leaving them unaddressed can lead to serious complications such as internal bleeding or perforation. Timely diagnosis and proper treatment are essential for complete healing.
Gastric Ulcers develop on the inner lining of the stomach — पेट की अंदरूनी दीवार पर — and often cause pain that worsens after eating. Duodenal Ulcers form in the upper part of the small intestine and typically cause pain when the stomach is empty, often relieved temporarily by eating. Esophageal Ulcers develop in the food pipe, usually associated with severe acid reflux or certain medications. All three types require accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment to prevent complications.
Diagnosis begins with an upper GI endoscopy — एंडोस्कोपी — which allows direct visualization of the ulcer, assessment of its severity, and testing for Helicobacter pylori, a bacterial infection commonly responsible for causing ulcers. Based on findings, treatment typically includes a course of medications to reduce stomach acid, antibiotics if H. pylori infection is confirmed, and dietary and lifestyle guidance. In cases of bleeding ulcers, therapeutic endoscopy can be performed to control bleeding without the need for surgery — यह एक सुरक्षित और प्रभावी प्रक्रिया है।
Dr. Kriti Bansal is a Gold Medalist DM Gastroenterologist and experienced endoscopy specialist in Indore with in-depth expertise in diagnosing and treating all types of peptic ulcers. She combines advanced endoscopic skills with evidence-based medical management to ensure complete ulcer healing and prevention of recurrence — हर मरीज़ के लिए व्यक्तिगत और प्रभावी इलाज सुनिश्चित किया जाता है।
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