How to Get Rid of a Stomach Ulcer Completely

 Is It Really Possible to Heal a Stomach Ulcer?

Yes — but it’s not instant.

Healing a stomach ulcer takes time, patience, and a smart, combined approach using medical treatment, lifestyle changes, and sometimes natural remedies. While ulcers can be stubborn, they're not a life sentence. With the right steps, many people recover fully — and keep them from coming back.

Let’s break it down in a way that’s simple, real, and doable.

🧬 What Causes a Stomach Ulcer?

Before we fix it, we have to understand it.

Stomach ulcers (also called peptic ulcers) are open sores in your stomach lining or the upper part of your small intestine. The main causes are:

• Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection
• Overuse of NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or aspirin)
• Excess stomach acid (often worsened by stress, spicy foods, or smoking)
• Alcohol abuse or smoking
• Poor diet and eating habits

✅ Step-by-Step Guide to Completely Heal a Stomach Ulcer

🔹 1. Get Diagnosed (Don’t Guess)

If you have symptoms like:

• Burning stomach pain
• Bloating
• Nausea or vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Black or bloody stools

You need to see a doctor and get tested for H. pylori, usually via a breath test, blood test, or endoscopy. That way, you know exactly what you're dealing with.

🔹 2. Follow a Medical Treatment Plan

If H. pylori are present, doctors typically recommend:

Triple Therapy (lasting 10–14 days):

2 antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin + clarithromycin)

A proton pump inhibitor (e.g., omeprazole)

If H. pylori are not present:

A PPI or H2-blocker is often enough to reduce acid and let the ulcer heal

⚠️ Never stop medications early, even if you start to feel better.

🔹 3. Eat an Ulcer-Healing Diet

What you eat can either feed the ulcer — or help heal it.

Foods That Help Heal:

• Bananas 🍌
• Cabbage juice (high in glutamine!)
• Oatmeal
• Aloe vera juice
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Honey
• Bone broth
• Soft fruits (e.g., papaya, applesauce)
• Foods to Avoid:
• Spicy dishes
• Fried/greasy food
• Coffee (especially on an empty stomach)
• Acidic fruits (oranges, tomatoes, lemons)
• Alcohol
• Chocolate
• Carbonated drinks

🔹 4. Manage Stress (Seriously)

Stress doesn’t cause ulcers — but it definitely makes them worse. Chronic stress increases acid production and slows down healing.

Try:

• Deep breathing (inhale for 4 sec, hold 4, exhale 4)
• Walking in nature
• Listening to calming music
• Journaling
• Saying "no" more often

🔹 5. Use Natural Remedies (with Caution)

These remedies may support healing — but should never replace medical treatment:

• Licorice root (DGL) – coats the stomach lining and reduces acid
• Manuka honey – antibacterial and soothing
• Slippery elm – protects the gut lining
• Chamomile tea – reduces inflammation and stress
• Cabbage juice – natural ulcer healer (drink 1 cup a day)

👉 Important: Talk to your doctor before starting herbs or supplements — especially if you're on medication.

🔹 6. Avoid Smoking and Alcohol Completely

Both interfere with healing and increase acid production. If you want to truly get rid of ulcers and keep them gone — these need to go.

🔹 7. Be Consistent — and Patient

Ulcer healing usually takes:

2 to 8 weeks with treatment

Longer if you're inconsistent or keep triggering your stomach

🩺 Signs Your Ulcer Is Healing

• Less burning pain
• Improved appetite
• Less nausea
• Better digestion
• Energy returning
• Normal stool color

If you're unsure, follow up with your doctor for repeat testing (especially if H. pylori were
involved).

🛑 When to Seek Urgent Help

If you notice any of the following, get emergency care:

• Vomiting blood
• Sudden sharp stomach pain
• Black or tarry stool
• Dizziness or fainting

These are signs of bleeding ulcers or perforation, and they can be life-threatening.

Can Ulcers Come Back?

Yes, if:

You don’t finish your antibiotics

You continue eating trigger foods

You let stress and alcohol run the show

But the good news is you’re in control now. With consistent care, you can stay ulcer-free for good.