Description

A peptic ulcer is a sore in the stomach or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), and a duodenal ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer that occurs in the duodenum. Peptic ulcers are caused by damage to the stomach or duodenum’s lining from gastric acid or pepsin. 

	Peptic ulcer	Duodenal ulcer
Location	Stomach or duodenum	Duodenum
Pain	Gastric ulcers cause pain within 15–30 minutes after eating, while duodenal ulcers cause pain 2–3 hours after eating	Stomach pain may come and go, and can often be relieved by eating or taking an antacid

Other symptoms of peptic ulcers include: dyspepsia, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastric outlet obstruction, perforation, and fistula development. 

Risk factors for peptic ulcers include:

• Drinking too much alcohol
• Regular use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco
• Stress
• Genetics
• Being over 70 years old
• Having a history of peptic ulcers
• Recently experiencing serious physical trauma

Can Yoga & Meditation Manages Peptic Ulcer & Duodenal Ulcer?

Yoga and meditation can help manage peptic ulcers and duodenal ulcers by reducing stress and improving blood circulation to the digestive organs:

• Stress reduction

Yoga can help reduce stress, which can trigger peptic ulcers and worsen symptoms. Yoga poses like Nadhishuddhi pranayama, Shitali, and Shitakari can help reduce abdominal pain and burning sensations.

• Improved blood circulation

Yoga can improve blood circulation to the digestive organs, which can help with recovery.

• Other lifestyle changes

Other lifestyle changes that can help with peptic ulcers include:

• Eating a balanced diet low in spicy, acidic, and fatty foods

• Avoiding excessive consumption of alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco

• Including sulfur-containing foods like garlic, onions, broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower 

Peptic ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus. The most common types of peptic ulcers are gastric ulcers, which occur in the stomach, and duodenal ulcers, which occur in the upper part of the small intestine