Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that can diagnose a stomach ulcer. A long, thin tube with a camera on the end is placed down your throat and into your stomach. If needed, treatment is also ...

A doctor may also order an endoscopy to look directly inside your stomach for ulcers. During this test, a doctor will insert a thin, lighted tube through your mouth and into the stomach and the first ...

A stomach ulcer, also known as a gastric ulcer, is an open sore that develops on the inner lining of the stomach or the small intestine (duodenal ulcer). It occurs when the protective mucus layer that ...

You can often treat stomach ulcers with medications that decrease stomach acid and kill H. pylori bacteria. Lifestyle changes like avoiding certain foods, relieving stress, and avoiding smoking can ...