Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). A thick layer of mucus protects the stomach from the effect of its digestive juices. Various conditions can reduce this protective layer, allowing stomach acid to damage the tissue. There are three types of peptic ulcers; gastric ulcers, esophageal ulcers, and duodenal ulcers with varying presentations and treatment options​.​Leading physician specialist, Dr. Chanu Dasari is an expert in various treatment modalities of peptic ulcer disease which allows his patients to live a healthy life. Dr. Dasari is a top Peptic ulcer disease specialist and provides his patients effective treatments with high success rates.

The common signs & symptoms of Peptic ulcer disease include:

• ​Gnawing or burning pain in your middle or upper stomach between meals or at night
• ​Pain that typically increases or decreases with intake of food
• ​Feeling of fullness, bloating, or belching
• ​Intolerance to fatty foods
• ​Heartburn

Note: Some people with ulcers don’t experience any symptoms.

In severe cases, symptoms can include:

• ​Severe pain in your mid to upper abdomen
• ​Vomiting
• ​Dark or black stool (due to bleeding)
• ​Weight loss

Risk factors include:

• ​A family history of ulcers.
• ​Chronic Illness such as liver, kidney or lung disease.
• ​Frequent use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), a group of common pain relievers that includes ibuprofen, naproxen among others.
• ​Regular alcohol consumption
• ​Smoking

Risk of getting Peptic ulcer due to NSAID use increase if you:

• ​Take high doses of NSAIDs
• ​Use NSAIDS continuously for a long time
• ​Have a history of ulcer disease
• ​Are 70 years or older
• ​Are female
• ​Use corticosteroids (drugs your doctor might prescribe for asthma, arthritis or lupus) at the same time as taking NSAID

Dr. Dasari treats peptic ulcer patients at his clinic in Henderson. During your consultation, Dr. Dasari will provide the most effective treatment option for your symptoms. He may advise you to avoid certain types of foods, liquids and medications which aggravate peptic ulcer disease.

These include:

• ​Processed spicy foods such as chips and cookies
• ​Coffee, carbonated drinks, alcohol and smoking
• ​NSAIDs, aspirin, corticosteroid

Medications indicated for treating Peptic ulcer disease:

• ​Proton pump inhibitor (Omeprazole) based triple therapy
• ​H2 receptor blockers (Ranitidine)
• ​Prostaglandin therapy (Misoprostol)
• ​Sucralfate

Invasive procedures like endoscopy are indicated in long standing cases not responding to medications. Peptic ulcer disease has adverse effects on the lifestyle of patients. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of Peptic ulcer disease, it is highly recommended to consult Dr. Dasari at his Henderson clinic for prompt evaluation, early diagnosis, and precise treatments.