Patient's question:
I've been feeling stomach cramps recently, and sometimes the pain is so severe that I feel like I'm going to die. I also frequently have diarrhea, where it's watery. The doctor said I have a stomach ulcer. How should I treat a stomach ulcer? Will I need surgery or something?Doctor's answer:
Gastric ulcer is a disease where ulcers and suppuration reappear in the gastric mucosa, typically caused by irregular diet, long-term overeating, or spicy food. Therefore, if you experience recurring stomach pain, it is recommended to first go to the hospital for an endoscopic examination to confirm the diagnosis. If the examination confirms a gastric ulcer, oral acid-reducing and stomach-protecting medications should be used for treatment. If there is no ulcer perforation, surgery is not necessary for the time being.