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April 30, 2008, 8:57 pm
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I am starting to suffer the symptoms of a stomach ulcer after two years of extreme, and chronic stress. I eat healthy-my diet is not at fault here.

I cannot seek treatment right now, as I have neither the time nor finances. Are there any techniques I could use to at least minimise flare ups till I can get to a doctor, in a couple of months time most likely.

Adding; that's a stomach ulcer!

If you really do have an ulcer, you need to get it taken care of. It's no laughing matter and can turn into something VERY serious.

If these steps don't help, borrow the money to see a doctor. Ulcers can also be caused by bacteria and you'll need antibiotics to help that kind.

Here are some things to try and help. But REALLY if it doesn't get better get to the doctor. I know they are expensive, but getting a perforated gut is even more expensive!

This is only a guideline:

Eat three small meals and three snacks evenly spaced throughout the day. It is important to avoid periods of hunger or overeating.

Eat slowly and chew foods well.

Be relaxed at mealtime.

Sit up while eating and for 1 hour afterward.

Avoid eating within 3 hours before bedtime. Bedtime snacks can cause gastric acid secretion during the night.

Cut down on caffeine-containing foods and beverages, citrus and tomato products, and chocolate if these foods cause discomfort.

Include a good source of protein (milk, meat, egg, cheese, etc.) at each meal and snack.

Antacids should be taken in the prescribed dose, One-hour and 3 hours after meals and prior to bedtime. This regimen is most likely to keep the acidity of the stomach at the most stable and lowest level.

Milk and cream feedings should not be used as antacid therapy. Although milk protein has an initial neutralizing effect on gastric acid, it is also a very potent stimulator. Hourly feedings of milk have been shown to produce a lower pH than three regular meals.

Caffeine-containing beverages (coffee, tea, and cola drinks) and decaffeinated coffee cause increased gastric acid production but may be taken in moderation at or near mealtime, if tolerated.

Please think about going to your doctor sooner.

Take care.

I understand that constant stressful times can cause ulcers too. If you find yourself in stressful situation, try not to be too stressed about it. Avoid these situations as much as possible. I am sure that will help. You said you had a healthy diet, be sure to stay away from spicy and greasy foods.

Well a positive step in my current situation has helped to ease the stress and the symptoms have eased probably 80% too. I think it's mostly just stress, with excess acid, however your list is wonderful.

I almost lost my father to a ruptured ulcer so I won't be playing around with this if it appears to need seeing to. However right now my time and money has to be elsewhere.