Shortness of breath is a symptom associated with peptic ulcer. If shortness of breath is happening due to ulcer, it is necessary to treat the main cause (peptic ulcer) rather than just the symptom (shortness of breath). Peptic ulcer, also known as stomach ulcer or gastric ulcer, is caused by the infection of Helicobacter pylori bacteria. The bacteria breaks down the protective mucus membrane that lines the walls of the digestive system, making the stomach walls vulnerable to acids and digestive juices in the stomach. Besides the bacterial attack, peptic ulcer can also be induced by certain other conditions - frequent intake of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) like aspirin, ibuprofen, and other analgesics; smoking; and excessive drinking of alcohol. Other symptoms of peptic ulcer, besides shortness of breath, are: an excruciating pain in the abdomen between the breastbone and the navel, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, tiredness, weakness, and traces of blood in stool or vomit.
There are some effective home remedies that you can try to treat peptic ulcer. Banana is a very effective natural treatment for ulcer because it helps reduce the acidity in the in the body. Eat bananas with glassful of milk 3-4 times a day. Fenugreek seeds are also considered a useful remedy for peptic ulcer. Boil 2-3 spoonfuls of fenugreek seeds in water (about a glassful) and add a little amount of salt to it. Drink this mixture two or three times a day to treat your peptic ulcer. Wood apple is also considered very useful home remedy for peptic ulcer. Soak a few wood apple leaves overnight in water. Drain the mixture and drink this two or three times a day. One can also try cabbage as a home remedy for ulcer. Chop cabbage into small pieces and boil in water till the constituent becomes half the original volume. Drain the mixture and drink it two or three times a day. You can also add a pinch of black pepper powder to this concoction. Do also take care to lead a stress free life and stick to a balanced and healthy diet. Include green and leafy vegetables in your diet as well as fruits and milk. Avoid fried and junk foods as they can further aggravate ulcer. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to lower the acidity level in your body. Do some physical exercise or at least go for a walk regularly. Finally, ensure that you do not allow acid build up in your stomach by remaining hungry for extended period; eat multiple small meals throughout the day
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