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Are Stress Ulcers Curable?
Question: Are stress ulcers treatable?
Brief Answer:
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
Stress ulcers are in fact treatable. controlling stress is part of the solution.
For the ulcer itself, decreasing the acid concentration in the stomach can help promote healing. this can be done with over the counter medication such as omeprazole which can be taken once daily.
It is important that you discuss management of stress ulcers with your physician as well.
Working with your doctor to control stress and promote healing the ulcer will help lead to optimal health.
Thank again for your query.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
Considerations.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.
Stress ulcers are in fact treatable. controlling stress is part of the solution.
For the ulcer itself, decreasing the acid concentration in the stomach can help promote healing. this can be done with over the counter medication such as omeprazole which can be taken once daily.
It is important that you discuss management of stress ulcers with your physician as well.
Working with your doctor to control stress and promote healing the ulcer will help lead to optimal health.
Thank again for your query.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
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