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Could I have a stomach ulcer?

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Klayden · 07/06/2015 20:32

I have routine blood tests for another condition and my haemoglobin was low. GP was concerned as I have been on NSAIDs for many years and queried a stomach ulcer. However, I'm on the maximum daily dose of omeprazole, so surely that would protect me or treat an ulcer if one did develop?

Any thoughts please.

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Klayden · 08/06/2015 19:41

Anyone please?

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HeresMyBrightIdea · 08/06/2015 19:44

Do you have any stomach ulcer symptoms? They fucking hurt.

Omeprazole is usually pretty damn good at protecting your stomach. It's not failsafe, but it's pretty good. With no symptoms though, I think you're probably clear.

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Klayden · 09/06/2015 10:35

Yes, I have some pain in my upper abdomen but assumed it was muscle pain. My GP said that ulcers can occasionally be painless. I am not convinced though, to be honest.

I did agree to drop dose of NSAID for a while while they await more blood results.

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