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Thread #122754 Message #2696177
Posted By: GUEST,leeneia
08-Aug-09 - 10:36 PM
Thread Name: BS: Think I gotta an ulcer.... Advice needed
Subject: RE: BS: Think I gotta an ulcer.... Advice needed
Hi, Bobert. Sorry to hear you are not doing well.
In case you have to wait a few days, here's some advice from a health guide I bought at a local pharmacy. Date is 2003. Of course, the book says that if you think you have an ulcer, see a doctor. But UNTIL you get there, do the following:
Avoid aspirin, iburprofen and other non-steroidal inflammatory drugs.
Avoid milk, which can increase acid secretion
Drink lots of water and other liquids
Drink alcohol only in moderation
Don't smoke. (No doubt you shouldn't chew, either.)
Take antacids ======= Danger signs - go to ER
vomiting blood vomiting something that looks like coffee grounds you feel faint, cold, clammy. or you actually faint. ulcer pain plus back pain black, bloody or dark red stools severe stomach pain