Sleep apnea syndrome is one of the factors in the development of stomach ulcers, doctor and TV presenter Alexander Myasnikov said in his blog.
The doctor reminded that about 1% of the population, that is, millions of people, suffer from gastric ulcer.
Causes of the disease:
- Helicobacter pylori
- Taking aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (painkillers)
Risk factors other than apnea:
- Genetic predisposition
- Smoking
- Stress
- Alcohol
- Covid
— Low doses of aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause ulcers within 7 days of starting to take aspirin or NSAIDs, — the doctor emphasized.
Signs of a stomach ulcer:
- Abdominal pain. It can be dull, burning, or stabbing and usually occurs in the upper abdomen.
- Heartburn. A burning sensation in the chest or throat that occurs due to acid reflux from the stomach into the esophagus.
- Some people may experience bouts of nausea, sometimes with vomiting, which may contain blood or be coffee-colored.
- Loss of appetite.
- Weight loss.
- Dark stool.
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Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and do not self-medicate under any circumstances. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Alexander Myasnikov Medicine Cardiologist, general practitioner, TV presenter