What is stress ulcer?

Stress ulcer refers to an acute lesion of the gastric and duodenal mucosa under severe physical or psychological stress.

Stressors of stress ulcer can include severe illness, major surgery, severe trauma, infection, poisoning, organ failure, etc. Patients may experience upper abdominal pain, hematemesis, melena and other symptoms. Some patients may also experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, loss of appetite and other dyspeptic symptoms. Patients can undergo gastroscopy, blood tests, etc. to confirm the diagnosis.

Patients can use drugs such as tranexamic acid, hydrotalcite, and omeprazole under the guidance of a doctor to relieve symptoms and promote ulcer healing. If the patient's condition is serious, surgery is required.