WHAT IS PEPTIC ULCER? HOW TO CURE IT NATURALLY?

OVERVIEW

Peptic ulcers are the open sores or ulcers which are present in the inner lining of the stomach and first part of small intestine. They mostly occur due to bacterial infection of the digestive system. The infection is caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori or long term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like naproxen, ibuprofen, etc. Peptic ulcers are of two types – gastric and duodenal ulcers. Gastric ulcers are present in stomach and duodenal ulcers are present in the first part of small intestine. Pain in stomach is one of the most common symptoms of peptic ulcers. Intake of spicy foods and excessive stress don’t cause peptic ulcers but makes the condition worse. Peptic ulcers can be managed by certain medications. However, good eating habits and healthy lifestyle play a very important role in its management.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF PEPTIC ULCERS?

Normally, in digestive system, the stomach wall produces acid called hydrochloric acid. This acid helps in digestion of food and protects the body against foreign micro-organisms. For protection against this acid, the stomach wall produces mucus. This mucus covers the stomach lining and prevents it from acid erosion. When the production of this mucus is decreased and secretion of acid is increased, the digestive tract gets damaged leading to formation of ulcer.

Some of the other causes which are responsible for the occurrence of peptic ulcers are:

• Helicobacter pylori bacteria
• Regular intake of painkillers such as NSAIDS, steroids, aspirin, etc
• Cigarette smoking
• Excessive alcohol intake
• Stomach cancer
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Radiation therapy

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF PEPTIC ULCERS?

The common signs and symptoms of peptic ulcers are:

• Burning sensation in abdomen
• Feeling of fullness
• Abdominal bloating
• Acidity
• Nausea or vomiting
• Presence of blood in vomiting
• Severe pain in abdomen between meals or at night
• Dizziness
• Rapid weight loss
• Dark colored stools
• Difficulty in breathing

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS WHICH ARISE WITH PEPTIC ULCERS?

If peptic ulcers are not treated at time, then it can lead to several complications. Following are the complications of peptic ulcers:

• Internal bleeding
• Anemia
• Perforation in stomach wall
• Inflammation of stomach wall called peritonitis
• Lightheadedness
• Fainting
• Excessive sweating
• Development of scar tissue in abdomen
• Mental confusion
• Shock
• Hard abdomen

AYURVEDIC VIEWPOINT OF PEPTIC ULCER

In Ayurveda, peptic ulcer is known as parinamshool. It includes both gastric and duodenal ulcers. It occurs because of the aggravation of the pitta and kapha dosha. These doshas further aggravate vata dosha causing severe pain. However, according to Ayurveda, it occurs because of the bad eating habits and unhealthy lifestyle. With the intake of some of the herbs, peptic ulcer can be managed.

Following are the herbs which are beneficial for peptic ulcer:

• Mulethi
• Honey
• Garlic
• Coconut
• Methi

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF PEPTIC ULCER

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of peptic ulcer:

1. Detox Premium Powder

These are herbal-mineral sachet especially designed for the ulcerative colitis patients. The various ingredients used for the formation of these sachets are prawal pishti, shukta pishti, Giloy satv, kehrva pishti, Jahar Mohra pishti, sutshekhar ras, shankh bhasma, kamdudha ras, moti bhasma that in combination provide good relief on the signs and symptoms of ulcerative colitis patients.

Shukta pishti:The bhasma is prepared from pearl oyster shell calcium. This pishti shows antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties that give deal with the ulcerative colitis patients.

Prawal pishti:It is made from coral calcium that reduces bleeding associated with ulcerative colitis patients.

Giloy satva: This herbal satv remove all toxins from the body. It reduces excessive Pitta from the body associated with ulcerative colitis.

Jahar Mohra pishti:The antidiarrheal property of this pishti stops loose stools that are the main symptoms in ulcerative colitis patient.

Kehrva pishti:This pishti provides good results in rectal bleeding, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal inflammation related to ulcerative colitis patients.

Sutshekhar ras:This preparation reduces bloating & gastritis. It provides calming effect on the body.

Akik pishti:It is a mineral-based medicine that reduces excessive heat, weakness, & general debility.

Kamdudha ras:This ras is beneficial in burning sensation, loose stools, bleeding tendencies related to ulcerative colitis patients.

Moti bhasma: The anti-inflammatory property of this herb reduces inflammation in the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Ulcer Heal Tablet

Ulcers are caused when the colon becomes inflamed and there is a formation of ulcers on the inner lining of the colon. the largest intestine is affected rather than the small intestine. these are painful, swollen, and leads to fullness and a perpetual feeling of going to pass stools. Ulcers heal tablets of CAC protect the endothelial layer, cure ulcers, and restores body metabolism.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water 30 mins after a meal.

3. Digestion Support Tablet

This tablet is unique blend of best digestive herbs like kutaz chal, bilav, dhania, mustak, shankh bhasm, piper mint, and dadim that maintain natural Ph balance in the stomach and aid digestion of all types of food. The herbs present in this control acidity, gas, flatulence and constipation.

Recommended Dosage:Take 1 tablet twice daily.

4. Puran Pachak Syrup

Puran Pachak is a herbo-mineral Syrup of 200 ml and is Purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Puran Pachak syrup helps in Digestion, Supports the Digestive system, and Maintains the doshas in our body. It also helps to remove out impurities or ama from the body. This syrup reduce the Acidity, Detoxify the blood and also Supports the body health. It shows Antacid, Digestive, Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Expectorant, and Antioxidant properties. This syrup is made up of pure ayurvedic herbs such as Mulethi, Saunf, Vasakha, Ajwayan, Prpati etc. that helps to maintain the Digestive system and in the body.

Recommended Dosage:Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

5. Sheet Dhara

This herbal syrup is prepared from ingredients such as ajwain satav, mushak kapoor, peppermint, etc that naturally relieve the symptoms like bloating, blenching, nausea, vomiting, feeling of discomfort, etc. The regular use of this herbal syrup neutralizes the high acid content, reduces abdominal pain,  cramps.

Recommended dosage: Take half teaspoonful of this syrup in half a cup of water. Drink this mixture twice daily on an empty stomach.