Stomach Ulcers – Fast Relief, Root Causes & Integrative Healing

Introduction: Why Stomach Ulcers Need a Whole-Person Approach

Stomach ulcers—also known as peptic ulcers—affect millions of Americans every year, causing burning pain, indigestion, and even bleeding. While medications can help manage symptoms short term, they often don’t address why the ulcer developed.
At Patients Medical in NYC, we blend conventional GI protocols with functional and holistic medicine to heal your gut naturally, quickly, and effectively—from the inside out.

What Are Stomach Ulcers?

A stomach ulcer is an open sore in the lining of your stomach or upper small intestine. These ulcers result when the protective mucosal barrier is compromised, allowing stomach acid to damage the tissues underneath.

There are two main types:

  • Duodenal Ulcers – Occur in the upper portion of the small intestine
  • Gastric Ulcers – Occur in the stomach lining

Common Symptoms of Stomach Ulcers

Some people experience mild symptoms, while others suffer daily discomfort. Warning signs include:

Root Causes: Why Did You Develop a Stomach Ulcer?

Understanding the root cause is critical to lasting relief. Common drivers include:

  • Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection – The #1 cause of ulcers worldwide
  • Chronic stress – Elevates stomach acid, weakens the gut lining
  • NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen) – Can erode the stomach lining with regular use
  • Low stomach acid – Paradoxically linked to ulcer development and poor digestion
  • Smoking and alcohol use – Impair the stomach’s natural defenses
  • Food sensitivities – Gluten, dairy, spicy foods can inflame the gut
  • Poor diet – Processed foods and refined sugar disrupt gut balance
  • Impaired gut microbiome – Lacking good bacteria increases vulnerability

Diagnostic Testing We Use

At Patients Medical, we go beyond scopes and antacids. Our integrative testing includes:

H. pylori breath, blood, or stool tests

GI Map or stool microbiome panel

Leaky gut (intestinal permeability) testing

Zonulin, calprotectin, and secretory IgA

Food sensitivity (IgG/IgA) panels

Stomach acid (betaine HCl challenge)

Salivary cortisol and stress panels

Heavy metal testing and toxin panels

Integrative Treatments for Fast Ulcer Relief & Gut Repair

Nutritional Therapy

We use a soothing, anti-inflammatory meal plan to relieve symptoms and promote healing. This may include:

  • Bone broth, aloe vera, and L-glutamine-rich foods
  • Steamed vegetables, lean protein, and soothing herbal teas
  • Elimination of acidic, spicy, fried, or processed foods

Gluten- and dairy-free plan (if sensitivities are detected)

Herbal & Nutraceutical Support

We incorporate evidence-backed botanicals and nutrients for mucosal healing:

  • DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice) – Soothes and protects stomach lining
  • L-glutamine – Heals intestinal tissue
  • Mastic gum – Targets H. pylori naturally
  • Zinc carnosine – Accelerates ulcer healing
  • Slippery elm and marshmallow root – Coat and calm the GI tract
  • Probiotics – Rebalance gut flora, reduce inflammation

IV Vitamin Therapy

Custom IVs can reduce inflammation, enhance gut repair, and address nutrient deficiencies. Common components include:

  • B-vitamins
  • Vitamin C
  • Magnesium
  • Glutathione

Trace minerals

Gut Microbiome Reset

We use functional stool testing to guide probiotic, prebiotic, and antimicrobial strategies to reset your microbiome, especially in cases involving H. pylori or dysbiosis.

Stress Management

Since emotional stress exacerbates ulcers, we offer holistic tools like:

  • Guided breathwork and meditation
  • Acupuncture for stress and digestion

Adaptogenic herbs (ashwagandha, holy basil)

Real Case Study: David’s 6-Week Recovery from Chronic Ulcer Pain

David, age 44, came to Patients Medical with a 9-month history of stomach pain, heartburn, and bloating. He had tried PPIs (acid blockers) but symptoms returned whenever he stopped.

Testing revealed:

  • Positive H. pylori infection
  • Leaky gut and low stomach acid
  • High cortisol and food sensitivities to gluten and dairy

We created a customized 6-week plan:

  • Herbal antimicrobials + probiotics
  • L-glutamine and zinc carnosine protocol
  • Stress support with magnesium and adaptogens
  • Anti-inflammatory, low-acid nutrition plan

Result: Within 6 weeks, David’s pain was gone, his stool normalized, and repeat H. pylori testing came back negative—all without long-term medication.

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Addressing H. pylori, healing the gut lining, managing stress, and using herbal support can speed healing significantly—often within weeks.

Some patients need short-term acid suppression, but our goal is to minimize long-term reliance and heal the underlying issue.

Yes—especially if root causes like stress, H. pylori, or poor diet are left untreated. That’s why we offer long-term integrative solutions.

Many herbs and nutrients have strong scientific backing for ulcer healing—especially when personalized to your root causes.

Yes, it can be transmitted through saliva or food—but not everyone who contracts it develops ulcers.

Yes. Chronic stress weakens your stomach’s natural defenses and increases acid production.

Spicy foods, alcohol, caffeine, fried items, acidic foods (like citrus and tomatoes), and processed snacks.

With proper treatment and lifestyle changes, many patients eliminate ulcers and prevent recurrence.

Yes—we can retest H. pylori and assess gut lining repair via follow-up functional labs.

 We are out-of-network, but provide superbills to support reimbursement. Many lab tests may be partially covered.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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