Who Else has an Ulcer? What is your experience?

Question

How much pain were you in?

Did it bleed?

Experiences please.

Thanks.

Answer 1

I've had ulcers for a long time now and over the years have learned many things.  

Coffee is the worst thing you can drink next to alcohol

Stress is a trigger for pain

Hot, spicy foods aggravate your stomach

I take Prevacid (prescription) but there are over the counter medications which work fine also.  I've had 3 episodes of bleeding ulcers where I was hospitalized.  This happened once when I took plain aspirin which is not good when you have ulcers.  If you have ulcers, over time you will learn what you can and can't eat. When I have ulcer pain, the pain goes all the way to my lower back. It can be very painful so if you suspect you have an ulcer, see a doctor.  If you already know you have an ulcer, just take care what you eat and drink and you should be okay. Good luck.