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Do I Have An Ulcer ?

I beleive that I have an ulcer. I looked up the symptoms online and I fit more then a couple of them. I do not have health insurance so I am unable to see a doctor about this issue. I bought Prilosec OTC today but on the warnings it says not to take it if you have experienced blood in your vomit wich I have. I don t know what to do that will cure this problem or prevent it from worsening, can anyone help me?
Mon, 1 Aug 2011
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Hi,

Atleast you could see a PCP, he will advise better. Try taking TUMS otherwise. Do not leave stomach empty for more than 3 hours, avoid oily or fried foods, and take bland foods. Also avoid citrus fruits, and tea and coffee, they are known to agggravate the condition.
General & Family Physician,  Dr. Pragnesh Vachharajani's  Response
hi,thanks for query.The symptoms of ulcer are heaviness in stomach after food,vomiting at times,poor appetite and blood in vomit or stool.In case of above symptoms medical examination by a doctor is must as it can lead to proper diagnosis.Normally treatment of gastric ulcer lasts upto 6-8 weeks,and without consulting doctor one should not take any medicines.Take good diet,less in oil and spices, avoid stress and do regular exercise.
wishing you good health.
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Do I Have An Ulcer ?

Hi, Atleast you could see a PCP, he will advise better. Try taking TUMS otherwise. Do not leave stomach empty for more than 3 hours, avoid oily or fried foods, and take bland foods. Also avoid citrus fruits, and tea and coffee, they are known to agggravate the condition.