How long can esophagus ulcer heal

How long it takes for an esophageal ulcer to heal depends on the circumstances. An

esophageal ulcer is a lesion of the esophageal mucosa that can cause discomfort such as loss of appetite and pain behind the sternum. If it is caused by food irritation, it can recover in about 1-2 weeks after treatment. If it is caused by gastroesophageal reflux, it can recover in about 2 months. Esophageal ulcers caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection take about 6-8 months to recover.

Patients should reduce their intake of irritating foods during treatment and choose a liquid or semi-liquid diet to relieve discomfort.