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Health Conditions
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Peptic Ulcer Disease
What are the symptoms?
The most common
symptoms of PUD are:
- Stomach pain - typically a sharp pain that may last hours or minutes and is usually relieved by eating or by taking antacids. This pain is usually located in the middle of the abdomen, between the navel and the breastbone.
- Burning in the abdomen - most often experienced between meals or early in
the morning. The burning may be so severe that it wakes you from sleep.
- Weight loss
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Blood may appear in the vomit or stool. Blood that originates in the stomach or small intestines usually appears dark red or black and tarry in the stool. Depending on where the blood comes from in the intestinal track, if it is vomited, it may be dark red or brown, resembling coffee grounds.
- Obstruction or perforation of the stomach or small intestines can occur if
the ulcer is left untreated. Perforation is potentially life-threatening
since it can result in a serious infection in the abdomen.
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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