Peptic ulcers are one of the most common gastrointestinal tract disorders. The recent past few decades have witnessed an increase in the rate of peptic ulcers occurrence in our human community (Thompson, 1996). It has evidently been shown from available statistics that an approximated over 10 percent of the human population are eminently at risk of suffering from the disease at some point in their lifetime (Cohen, 2007). Such statistics have also identified that peptic ulcers is more common in men than in women. This is attributed by many to the higher numbers of men engaged in alcohol drinking and cigarette smoking in the society compared to women (NDDIC, 2004). The disease has been more pronounced in the western nations than in developing nations. It is based on such reasoning that dietary factors have been closely linked with causing the disease as geographical separations are marked with differences of the nutritional composition of the foods taken. Other causes which have been associated with the disease include infections by helicobacter pylori. This is a bacterium which is known to attack the gastrointestinal tract thus leading to ulcers.
However, it should be noted that genetic factors have also been claimed to cause peptic ulcer. There are many effects of peptic ulcer in the human body. Such include recurrent pains along the gastrointestinal tract, vomiting heartburns poor appetite and weight loss among others (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). It should however be realized that with our modern advancements in the medical field the treatment of peptic ulcers is now effective and sufficiently reliable. Such treatments might involve medication, dictated lifestyle, dietary supplements and undergoing surgical operation depending on the severity of the condition.
This paper is written as a critical analysis and discussion of peptic ulcers in males. The author in particular gives a discussion on the causes and effects of peptic ulcers in the human body. Still discussed are the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disease as well the common types of peptic ulcers that are found in the society.
First is a definition of peptic cancer and its types. Peptic ulcer is simply defined as open sores entrenched on the gastrointestinal tract lining (NDDIC, 2004). It is this sore or erosions in the gastrointestinal tract lining which is the source of the sharp pains experienced by victims of peptic ulcers. Such symptoms are mainly experienced when the stomach is empty. It is to be noted here that the pain caused by peptic ulcers is recurrent and may come and go for a few days or weeks but mainly goes after eating (Le Fantry, 2008). All these is because of the fact that peptic ulcers pains mainly when digestive acids damage the inner stomach lining, a factor which mainly occurs when the digestive system is empty. There are two different types of peptic ulcers namely duodenal ulcers and gastric ulcers. Stomach or gastric ulcers is the type of peptic ulcers which mainly affects the stomach while duodenal ulcers affect the uppermost part of the small intestine near the stomach (Le Fantry, 2008). This means that peptic ulcers mainly affect the stomach region on the gastrointestinal tract.
Second is a discussion on the causes of peptic ulcers. Scientific evidence has sufficiently proved that peptic ulcers are caused by the malfunctioning of the stomachs natural lining protection mechanisms against the damage effects of digestive juices (NDDIC, 2004). Such malfunctioning have been claimed to be caused by a number of factors. First is the helicobacter pylorus, a bacterial organism which is the most frequent cause of peptic ulcers. This bacterium mainly eats the protective lining of the gastrointestinal tract. This allows the digestive juice produced by the human body to damage the inner and sensitive part of the stomach or duodenum lining thus causing pain. Just to be stated here is the evidence that though helicobacter pylori is the most common cause of peptic ulcers, there are many people in our population living with the bacteria but do not exhibit signs of the disease (Thompson, 1996). The bacterium is highly common in people with diabetes thus making peptic ulcers a common disease in diabetic victims. Still clear is that living in crowded places increases ones chances of contracting the infection.
Another common cause of peptic ulcers is the continuous use of painkiller drugs commonly referred to as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Scientific evidence has clearly shown that such drugs are highly acidic and thus can easily lead to the wearing out of the digestive system lining (NDDIC, 2004). Still evident is the fact that this type of drugs blocks the flow of prostaglandins in the human body. It should be understood that this is the substance which is responsible for helping the flow of blood in the stomach and thus it helps in protecting the stomach from injury. This means that such drugs can compromise the stomach lining protection mechanism of the body and thus risking the occurrence of peptic ulcers in the body (Lanza, Chan, Quigley, 2009). It is in fact due to this reason that people are usually advised to talk to their doctors on the safest painkillers to use in the event that they have to use such medications for a long time.
Other causes of peptic ulcers include Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (Carson Brett, 2007). This is commonly said to be a condition in which the pancreas and duodenum which are responsible for the production of gastric acid have a tumor. Such leads to the excessive production of gastric acid which is responsible for digestion of food in the stomach, a factor which might risk causing ulcers. Still, it has been evidently noted that peptic ulcers are genetic (Shayne Miller, 2009). Other causes are any thing that leads to the direct damage of the digestive wall lining. Such might include excessive intake of alcohol, physical injury or even radiation therapy. It is here to be noted that unlike many belief, diet has not been scientifically proven to cause peptic ulcers.
Apart from the many causes of peptic ulcers, there is a number of risk factor to peptic ulcers. Such include genetic factors, increasing age and alcohol abuse. It has been established that ulcers are family linage coded. It has also been found that persons at the age of 50 years and above are more likely to get peptic ulcer than others (Shayne Miller, 2009). Still established is the fact that cigarette smoking and alcohol abuse are not only a risk to peptic ulcers but also a great threat to the efficient treatment of ulcers. Statistical evidence has shown that chronic pains as found in victims of arthritis are a major risk to ulcers (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). This is because such pains lead to the recurrent use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. Diabetes and living in overcrowded condition risk peptic ulcers infection as such is a major contributor to helicobacter pylori infection. The last and most common risk factor to peptic ulcers is living in chronic stress or depression (Shayne Miller, 2009). This has been claimed to lead to the excess production of digestive acids thus eating out the stomach lining.
Thirdly is a discussion on the signs and symptoms of peptic ulcers. The most common symptom of peptic ulcers is having recurrent abdominal pains which are marked with a burning sensation (Carson Brett, 2007). Such pains are mainly experience shortly after eating but are more aggravated when the stomach is empty. Another sign is the constant experiencing of heartburns and indigestion. It is to be noted that though peptic ulcers are more painful when the stomach is empty, such are a leading cause of lack of appetite and vomiting on the individual. Peptic ulcers are also attributed to the sudden loss of body weight (Lanza, Chan, Quigley, 2009). This is mainly because of the digestion complications they bring in the body. Still to be noted is that peptic ulcers have been closely associated with chest pains and feelings of fatigue. It should however be noted that some symptoms like sudden increase in abdominal pains, vomiting of blood and blood in stool are considered as critical signs of chronic peptic ulcers (Cason Brett, 2007). All this signs are symbolic of the possibility that ulcers have either broken a blood vessel or perforated the stomach or duodenum walls. Such could also be as a result of the blockage of food from moving from stomach into the duodenum and thus causing vomiting.
Peptic ulcers have many effects in the victims life. The most common is the fact that ulcers in most cases can not be full treated. They are usually recurrent particular to alcohol abusers and smokers (Le Fantry, 2008). This is particularly more serious for the male gender in the society. Many have been attributed such to the hardy nature of men to accept advice. This means that the victim is recurrent facing the same painful condition. Just to be stated is that peptic ulcer, marked with their sharp and recurrent pains are not only a great compromise to ones social life but also to his or her economic establishment in the society (Thompson, 1996). This is because they impact negatively on his or her working efficiency as well as becoming a constant result for health care expenditure. Another effect of peptic ulcers in the body is that they can lead internal bleeding especially when they perforate the stomach lining or break a blood vessel. Peptic ulcers can cause the ultimate obstruction of the gastric outlet, stomach and intestines as well as leading to the inflammation of tissues lining the abdomen. This leads to a serious health complication which might call for a surgical operation or even death (Cohen, 2007).
Statistical evidence show that millions of citizens are dying annually due to peptic ulcers related health complications. Still evident is the fact that billions of US dollars are being spent yearly in managing and treating peptic ulcers (NDDIC, 2004). It is due to this reason that the effects of peptic are not only an individual health complication but also a great drawback to the realization of a sustainable economy in our nation. Peptic ulcers if not treated early enough can penetrate into other internal body parts like liver and the pancreas. It has also been found out that peptic ulcers can lead to perforation of the wall of the digestive system thus leading to the spilling of digestive system contents into the abdominal cavity. Such are very catastrophic to the patients life as can lead to acute peritonitis (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). It should also be noted that peptic ulcer can lead to the swelling of the abdominal wall thus compromising the free flow of food in the digestion system. Lastly, it has been established that peptic ulcers are a great contributing factor in causing peptic cancer. Such could mean a lifetime health complication on the victim. This is because even after undergoing surgery operation for treating the problem, it is rarely possible for the victim to fully assume his or her normal lifestyle (NDDIC, 2004).
Owing to our modern advancements in technology and medical research, the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of peptic ulcers has been made easier and more reliable. The diagnosis of peptic ulcers mainly involves an interview by the doctor to identify the presence of the many symptoms and signs of the condition. Such include recurrent abdominal pains, vomiting and blood in the patients stool (Cohen, 2007). It should however be noted that for a doctor to qualify a patient to be suffering from peptic ulcer requires for a number of medical tests. The first is the esophagogastroduodenoscopy which involves the insertion of a thin tube attached to a camera through the patients mouth into the digestive system. This helps the doctor to see the presence of sore in the stomach and small intestine walls. It should be noted here that helicobacter pylori is the most common cause of peptic ulcers (NDDIC, 2004). It is due to this reason that the doctor might take a biopsy from the patients stomach walls to test for the presence of the bacterium. Another test which is conducted is the upper G1 test. This involves a series of x-rays on the patients abdomen and is usually conducted after the patient has taken barium (Shayne Miller, 2009). It should be understood that the doctor might also request for a laboratory test of both blood and stool. The stool test seeks to establish the presence of blood in the patients stool while the hemoglobin test checks for anemia. All this tests are conducted as a way of ascertaining the level of the condition which helps in deciding the type of medication to be used.
Treating of peptic ulcers has been greatly improved not only due to our medical advancements but due to the identification of the two major causes of disease among other risk factors. The treatment of peptic ulcers is mainly conducted as a concern for eliminating the underlying causes of the disease (Carson Brett, 2007). This is because such an approach prevents any further damage and thus reducing chances of reoccurrence of the condition. Therefore, medication is mainly given for eliminating the helicobacter pylori bacteria as well as helping the body overcoming the symptoms of peptic ulcers. It should be noted that surgery is usually used for treating serious cases of peptic ulcers (Cohen, 2007). This involves the physical removal of the sores in the stomach or duodenum. Apart from medication and surgery as ways of treating peptic ulcers, doctors usually advice on abstinence from risk factors by the victim. These mainly include alcohol abuse and cigarette smoking as well as changes in diets. It has been evidently proved that taking of foods rich in fibers greatly reduces chances of sustaining peptic ulcers. Food supplements are also given if deemed necessary by the doctor. Homeopathic therapy has also been said to be an effective way of treating ulcers.
It should be noted that prevention is better than cure. It is therefore mainly advised that people avoid risk factors which can lead to peptic ulcers. For preventing H. pylori caused peptic ulcers, people are advised to avoid living in crowded places as well as taking great care in addressing their diabetes health concerns as this two are major causes of infection by the bacterium (NDDIC, 2004). The recurrent use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs is another common cause of peptic ulcers. It is therefore in the interest of preventing the condition that patients are advised to seek for alternative ways or medication for relieving pain. It is thus clear that the human community can sufficiently contain the problem of peptic ulcers in the community in the society by only ensuring avoidance of the disease causing factors (Thompson, 1996). Still to be noted is the fact that even victims of alcohol abuse are usually engaged for medical treatment for treating the addiction as a way of realizing a sustainable health care provision.
Peptic ulcers have been evidently noted to be on the increase across the globe dispute the increasing knowledge of both its causes and the associated risk factors. Statistics show that the number of patients suffering from the disease reported in the American nation annually is above one million (Shayne Miller, 2009). The death rates are also reported to be quite high disputing the modern highly reliable treatment advancements. This problem has been mainly attributed to lack of awareness about the disease in the society. Such have also been associated with ignorance by many to address this serious health problem. It is in fact due to this reason that research has shown that over fifty percent of the victims of peptic ulcers are not aware of their condition (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). Still clearly established is the fact that the prevalence of the disease is increasingly going to developing nations. This has been closely attributed to the globalization effects which are evidently compromising the type of foods in these nations. It is to be noted that, though not much evidence has been found to support dietary as a cause of peptic ulcers, taking of foods with high fiber has no doubt been established to greatly reduce risks of getting the disease (Shayne Miller, 2009). It has however been established that most of the victims of peptic ulcers are men, a reason which has been associated with the genetic differences that exist between men and women.
In conclusion, it has been evidently established that peptic ulcers is becoming a common disease across the globe. The main causes of this disease are helicobacter pylori and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It has however been clear established that there are many risk factor to the disease. Men are more victims to the disease as opposed to women (NDDIC, 2004). Such have been mainly attributed to genetic and hormonal composition of men as well as to the high prone rate of men to risk factors as compared to women. Peptic ulcers do not only affect the individual person but is a great concern to the sustainability of a nations economy. With the high costs involved in treating the disease and coupled with the inefficiencies of work delivery by victims make this disease a great concern in the society. Every effort should thus be made to contain the disease in the society as its only by this that fairness and justice can be sustained.
However, it should be noted that genetic factors have also been claimed to cause peptic ulcer. There are many effects of peptic ulcer in the human body. Such include recurrent pains along the gastrointestinal tract, vomiting heartburns poor appetite and weight loss among others (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). It should however be realized that with our modern advancements in the medical field the treatment of peptic ulcers is now effective and sufficiently reliable. Such treatments might involve medication, dictated lifestyle, dietary supplements and undergoing surgical operation depending on the severity of the condition.
This paper is written as a critical analysis and discussion of peptic ulcers in males. The author in particular gives a discussion on the causes and effects of peptic ulcers in the human body. Still discussed are the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disease as well the common types of peptic ulcers that are found in the society.
First is a definition of peptic cancer and its types. Peptic ulcer is simply defined as open sores entrenched on the gastrointestinal tract lining (NDDIC, 2004). It is this sore or erosions in the gastrointestinal tract lining which is the source of the sharp pains experienced by victims of peptic ulcers. Such symptoms are mainly experienced when the stomach is empty. It is to be noted here that the pain caused by peptic ulcers is recurrent and may come and go for a few days or weeks but mainly goes after eating (Le Fantry, 2008). All these is because of the fact that peptic ulcers pains mainly when digestive acids damage the inner stomach lining, a factor which mainly occurs when the digestive system is empty. There are two different types of peptic ulcers namely duodenal ulcers and gastric ulcers. Stomach or gastric ulcers is the type of peptic ulcers which mainly affects the stomach while duodenal ulcers affect the uppermost part of the small intestine near the stomach (Le Fantry, 2008). This means that peptic ulcers mainly affect the stomach region on the gastrointestinal tract.
Second is a discussion on the causes of peptic ulcers. Scientific evidence has sufficiently proved that peptic ulcers are caused by the malfunctioning of the stomachs natural lining protection mechanisms against the damage effects of digestive juices (NDDIC, 2004). Such malfunctioning have been claimed to be caused by a number of factors. First is the helicobacter pylorus, a bacterial organism which is the most frequent cause of peptic ulcers. This bacterium mainly eats the protective lining of the gastrointestinal tract. This allows the digestive juice produced by the human body to damage the inner and sensitive part of the stomach or duodenum lining thus causing pain. Just to be stated here is the evidence that though helicobacter pylori is the most common cause of peptic ulcers, there are many people in our population living with the bacteria but do not exhibit signs of the disease (Thompson, 1996). The bacterium is highly common in people with diabetes thus making peptic ulcers a common disease in diabetic victims. Still clear is that living in crowded places increases ones chances of contracting the infection.
Another common cause of peptic ulcers is the continuous use of painkiller drugs commonly referred to as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Scientific evidence has clearly shown that such drugs are highly acidic and thus can easily lead to the wearing out of the digestive system lining (NDDIC, 2004). Still evident is the fact that this type of drugs blocks the flow of prostaglandins in the human body. It should be understood that this is the substance which is responsible for helping the flow of blood in the stomach and thus it helps in protecting the stomach from injury. This means that such drugs can compromise the stomach lining protection mechanism of the body and thus risking the occurrence of peptic ulcers in the body (Lanza, Chan, Quigley, 2009). It is in fact due to this reason that people are usually advised to talk to their doctors on the safest painkillers to use in the event that they have to use such medications for a long time.
Other causes of peptic ulcers include Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (Carson Brett, 2007). This is commonly said to be a condition in which the pancreas and duodenum which are responsible for the production of gastric acid have a tumor. Such leads to the excessive production of gastric acid which is responsible for digestion of food in the stomach, a factor which might risk causing ulcers. Still, it has been evidently noted that peptic ulcers are genetic (Shayne Miller, 2009). Other causes are any thing that leads to the direct damage of the digestive wall lining. Such might include excessive intake of alcohol, physical injury or even radiation therapy. It is here to be noted that unlike many belief, diet has not been scientifically proven to cause peptic ulcers.
Apart from the many causes of peptic ulcers, there is a number of risk factor to peptic ulcers. Such include genetic factors, increasing age and alcohol abuse. It has been established that ulcers are family linage coded. It has also been found that persons at the age of 50 years and above are more likely to get peptic ulcer than others (Shayne Miller, 2009). Still established is the fact that cigarette smoking and alcohol abuse are not only a risk to peptic ulcers but also a great threat to the efficient treatment of ulcers. Statistical evidence has shown that chronic pains as found in victims of arthritis are a major risk to ulcers (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). This is because such pains lead to the recurrent use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. Diabetes and living in overcrowded condition risk peptic ulcers infection as such is a major contributor to helicobacter pylori infection. The last and most common risk factor to peptic ulcers is living in chronic stress or depression (Shayne Miller, 2009). This has been claimed to lead to the excess production of digestive acids thus eating out the stomach lining.
Thirdly is a discussion on the signs and symptoms of peptic ulcers. The most common symptom of peptic ulcers is having recurrent abdominal pains which are marked with a burning sensation (Carson Brett, 2007). Such pains are mainly experience shortly after eating but are more aggravated when the stomach is empty. Another sign is the constant experiencing of heartburns and indigestion. It is to be noted that though peptic ulcers are more painful when the stomach is empty, such are a leading cause of lack of appetite and vomiting on the individual. Peptic ulcers are also attributed to the sudden loss of body weight (Lanza, Chan, Quigley, 2009). This is mainly because of the digestion complications they bring in the body. Still to be noted is that peptic ulcers have been closely associated with chest pains and feelings of fatigue. It should however be noted that some symptoms like sudden increase in abdominal pains, vomiting of blood and blood in stool are considered as critical signs of chronic peptic ulcers (Cason Brett, 2007). All this signs are symbolic of the possibility that ulcers have either broken a blood vessel or perforated the stomach or duodenum walls. Such could also be as a result of the blockage of food from moving from stomach into the duodenum and thus causing vomiting.
Peptic ulcers have many effects in the victims life. The most common is the fact that ulcers in most cases can not be full treated. They are usually recurrent particular to alcohol abusers and smokers (Le Fantry, 2008). This is particularly more serious for the male gender in the society. Many have been attributed such to the hardy nature of men to accept advice. This means that the victim is recurrent facing the same painful condition. Just to be stated is that peptic ulcer, marked with their sharp and recurrent pains are not only a great compromise to ones social life but also to his or her economic establishment in the society (Thompson, 1996). This is because they impact negatively on his or her working efficiency as well as becoming a constant result for health care expenditure. Another effect of peptic ulcers in the body is that they can lead internal bleeding especially when they perforate the stomach lining or break a blood vessel. Peptic ulcers can cause the ultimate obstruction of the gastric outlet, stomach and intestines as well as leading to the inflammation of tissues lining the abdomen. This leads to a serious health complication which might call for a surgical operation or even death (Cohen, 2007).
Statistical evidence show that millions of citizens are dying annually due to peptic ulcers related health complications. Still evident is the fact that billions of US dollars are being spent yearly in managing and treating peptic ulcers (NDDIC, 2004). It is due to this reason that the effects of peptic are not only an individual health complication but also a great drawback to the realization of a sustainable economy in our nation. Peptic ulcers if not treated early enough can penetrate into other internal body parts like liver and the pancreas. It has also been found out that peptic ulcers can lead to perforation of the wall of the digestive system thus leading to the spilling of digestive system contents into the abdominal cavity. Such are very catastrophic to the patients life as can lead to acute peritonitis (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). It should also be noted that peptic ulcer can lead to the swelling of the abdominal wall thus compromising the free flow of food in the digestion system. Lastly, it has been established that peptic ulcers are a great contributing factor in causing peptic cancer. Such could mean a lifetime health complication on the victim. This is because even after undergoing surgery operation for treating the problem, it is rarely possible for the victim to fully assume his or her normal lifestyle (NDDIC, 2004).
Owing to our modern advancements in technology and medical research, the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of peptic ulcers has been made easier and more reliable. The diagnosis of peptic ulcers mainly involves an interview by the doctor to identify the presence of the many symptoms and signs of the condition. Such include recurrent abdominal pains, vomiting and blood in the patients stool (Cohen, 2007). It should however be noted that for a doctor to qualify a patient to be suffering from peptic ulcer requires for a number of medical tests. The first is the esophagogastroduodenoscopy which involves the insertion of a thin tube attached to a camera through the patients mouth into the digestive system. This helps the doctor to see the presence of sore in the stomach and small intestine walls. It should be noted here that helicobacter pylori is the most common cause of peptic ulcers (NDDIC, 2004). It is due to this reason that the doctor might take a biopsy from the patients stomach walls to test for the presence of the bacterium. Another test which is conducted is the upper G1 test. This involves a series of x-rays on the patients abdomen and is usually conducted after the patient has taken barium (Shayne Miller, 2009). It should be understood that the doctor might also request for a laboratory test of both blood and stool. The stool test seeks to establish the presence of blood in the patients stool while the hemoglobin test checks for anemia. All this tests are conducted as a way of ascertaining the level of the condition which helps in deciding the type of medication to be used.
Treating of peptic ulcers has been greatly improved not only due to our medical advancements but due to the identification of the two major causes of disease among other risk factors. The treatment of peptic ulcers is mainly conducted as a concern for eliminating the underlying causes of the disease (Carson Brett, 2007). This is because such an approach prevents any further damage and thus reducing chances of reoccurrence of the condition. Therefore, medication is mainly given for eliminating the helicobacter pylori bacteria as well as helping the body overcoming the symptoms of peptic ulcers. It should be noted that surgery is usually used for treating serious cases of peptic ulcers (Cohen, 2007). This involves the physical removal of the sores in the stomach or duodenum. Apart from medication and surgery as ways of treating peptic ulcers, doctors usually advice on abstinence from risk factors by the victim. These mainly include alcohol abuse and cigarette smoking as well as changes in diets. It has been evidently proved that taking of foods rich in fibers greatly reduces chances of sustaining peptic ulcers. Food supplements are also given if deemed necessary by the doctor. Homeopathic therapy has also been said to be an effective way of treating ulcers.
It should be noted that prevention is better than cure. It is therefore mainly advised that people avoid risk factors which can lead to peptic ulcers. For preventing H. pylori caused peptic ulcers, people are advised to avoid living in crowded places as well as taking great care in addressing their diabetes health concerns as this two are major causes of infection by the bacterium (NDDIC, 2004). The recurrent use of non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs is another common cause of peptic ulcers. It is therefore in the interest of preventing the condition that patients are advised to seek for alternative ways or medication for relieving pain. It is thus clear that the human community can sufficiently contain the problem of peptic ulcers in the community in the society by only ensuring avoidance of the disease causing factors (Thompson, 1996). Still to be noted is the fact that even victims of alcohol abuse are usually engaged for medical treatment for treating the addiction as a way of realizing a sustainable health care provision.
Peptic ulcers have been evidently noted to be on the increase across the globe dispute the increasing knowledge of both its causes and the associated risk factors. Statistics show that the number of patients suffering from the disease reported in the American nation annually is above one million (Shayne Miller, 2009). The death rates are also reported to be quite high disputing the modern highly reliable treatment advancements. This problem has been mainly attributed to lack of awareness about the disease in the society. Such have also been associated with ignorance by many to address this serious health problem. It is in fact due to this reason that research has shown that over fifty percent of the victims of peptic ulcers are not aware of their condition (The American College of Gastroenterology, 2009). Still clearly established is the fact that the prevalence of the disease is increasingly going to developing nations. This has been closely attributed to the globalization effects which are evidently compromising the type of foods in these nations. It is to be noted that, though not much evidence has been found to support dietary as a cause of peptic ulcers, taking of foods with high fiber has no doubt been established to greatly reduce risks of getting the disease (Shayne Miller, 2009). It has however been established that most of the victims of peptic ulcers are men, a reason which has been associated with the genetic differences that exist between men and women.
In conclusion, it has been evidently established that peptic ulcers is becoming a common disease across the globe. The main causes of this disease are helicobacter pylori and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It has however been clear established that there are many risk factor to the disease. Men are more victims to the disease as opposed to women (NDDIC, 2004). Such have been mainly attributed to genetic and hormonal composition of men as well as to the high prone rate of men to risk factors as compared to women. Peptic ulcers do not only affect the individual person but is a great concern to the sustainability of a nations economy. With the high costs involved in treating the disease and coupled with the inefficiencies of work delivery by victims make this disease a great concern in the society. Every effort should thus be made to contain the disease in the society as its only by this that fairness and justice can be sustained.
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