The digestive organs are lined with mucous membranes, which can be destroyed by acids and pepsins. Peptic ulcer of the duodenal ulcer arises from this pathological process and is accompanied by the appearance of expressions that do not heal without a trace - instead of them a scar tissue is formed.
Why does peptic ulcer develop?
The main cause of this disease is infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. Initially, this microorganism causes inflammation in the stomach, and then - in the 12-duodenum.
Other predisposing factors:
- immunity diseases;
- chronic duodenitis;
- nervous exhaustion, susceptibility to stress;
- heredity;
- increased acidity of gastric juice;
- malnutrition;
- taking certain medications (antibiotics, hormonal drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs);
- alcohol abuse;
- trauma, blood loss, burns.
Signs of peptic ulcer of the duodenum
The disease is chronic, and therefore, proceeds with remissions and relapses. In the first case, the clinical manifestations of ulcers are almost invisible or absent. During an exacerbation peptic ulcer of a duodenal ulcer has such signs:
- strong weight loss, despite the increase in appetite;
- heartburn;
- constipation from a few days to 2-3 weeks, after the emptying of the intestine in the stool, there are often bloody clots;
- eructation ;
- nausea;
- bloating;
- vomiting, which helps to relieve the signs of the disease;
- pain over the navel and in the epigastric zone (the syndrome usually appears at night, as well as on an empty stomach or 2-3 hours after eating, often the pain gives back, heart, under the shoulder blade);
- irritability;
- insomnia.
Treatment of duodenal ulcer
The main strategy in the complex therapy of ulcers is the correction of the regimen and diet. The diet should contain a high amount of plant fiber, a sufficient level of vitamins, protein and trace elements. The following products are recommended:
- greens, fruits and vegetables;
- porridges with the effect of enveloping, especially oatmeal;
- whole-grain bread of yesterday's baking;
- mucous soups;
- dietary white meat, fish.
It is desirable to completely abandon the use of alcohol, at least during relapses. In the rest of the time, you need to refrain from fried, smoked, canned, salted and sweet dishes, limit the amount of coffee, chocolate and spices in the menu.
In addition, drug treatment is prescribed:
- antacids to reduce the acidity of gastric juice;
- antibiotics if there is infection with Helicobacter pylori;
- antisecretory means.
Frequent exacerbations, the formation of numerous and large scars on the mucosa of the duodenum are an occasion for
Prevention of duodenal ulcer
The only effective measure to prevent the disease is a strict and constant adherence to a balanced diet. It is important to give up alcohol and smoking, give enough time to rest at night. Also, prevention includes regular examination with a gastroenterologist to prevent infection of the microorganism Helicobacter pylori, control of duodenitis if it is present in the history of the disease.