Peptic Ulcer Herbal Treatment, Prevention, Symptoms, Causes, Cured By

Peptic Ulcer is a disease of the Digestive Tract.
A hole in the lining of the Digestive tract including the Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum or the Small intestine is Peptic Ulcer.
It is a sore in the Digestive Tract.
It is caused by the acidic affect of the digestive juices.
Peptic Ulcer that occurs in the Stomach is Gastric Ulcer. The Stomach and the Intestines secrete strong acidic juices that break down the food into small particles. This makes the digestion more easy. These juices contain hydrochloric acid which is very strong and even digest the flesh and the tissues. The Stomach and the Intestines are coated in mucus membrane that protect them from gastric damage. If the lining is weak, it may give rise to Ulcers.

Causes of Peptic Ulcers
Stress
Smoking
Poor Diet
Alcoholism
Certain Medications
Excess use of pain relievers
Non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs
Infection caused by Helicobacter pylori
The excess production of acid from gastrinomas

If not treated properly, Peptic Ulcer may cause
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Note : People who smoke frequently and take medicines like painkillers on regular basis are more prone to develop Peptic Ulcers.
Eating Spicy foods and poor diet is another reason for Peptic Ulcers.

Consult your doctor, if you have repeated episodes of Bloody Stools and abdominal Pain. It may be a sign of Peptic Ulcers.