How to manage stomach pain - #19790

What kind of ulcers are these? Stomach or duodenal ? Also when is the pain more? Are you on any medication?

Hi … this is Dr. Vinayak I need more information about your complaints…like Duration:? Any regular tablet consuption ? What is your food routine? Any history of blood in vomiting or stool?

Hi Dennis,

Can you tell me if you experience any digestive issues like bloating, indigestion, or changes in appetite along with the pain? Also, do certain foods or stress levels make the pain worse? The combination of ulcer-related pain and discomfort extending to your legs could suggest digestive imbalances, and Ayurveda may offer relief with herbs like Amla, Licorice, and Guduchi, but it’s important to also manage your diet and lifestyle to prevent further flare-ups.

Clarify ulcers means are they stomach ulcers?? Pain lower abdomen , is it related to food?? After consuming or the pain is more before food?? How about your bowel and bladder habits??

Understanding the discomfort and patterns of pain you’re going through, it’s important to look at this from an Ayurvedic perspective as well. Stomach ulcers, or peptic ulcers, are often associated with an aggravation of Pitta dosha. The abdominal pain you’re experiencing extending to your left thigh suggests possible imbalances affecting nearby gut-related areas, which can be understood as Samana Vata disturbances and maybe some Apana Vata influences too.

Now, first thing, since your pain seems to intensify especially when at rest, this could be tied to digestive fire, or agni, that might be irregular. The wandering quality of pain indicates Vata involvement, and being more active sometimes helps Vata discomforts.

Here’s where we could begin:

1. Dietary Adjustments: Avoid spicy, very sour, and excessively salty foods as they can fuel Pitta. Include cooling, less processed, and grounding foods. Cooked vegetables, rice, and oatmeal can be soothing. Try to include aloe vera juice after meals; it’s cooling and helpful for healing the stomach lining.

2. Herbal Consideration: Take Amla (Indian Gooseberry) which helps balance Pitta and supports healing ulcers. You can take it as a powder or juice, about half teaspoon mixed with water, once or twice a day.

3. Lifestyle & Daily Routine: Try to maintain consistent meal times to aid in balancing agni. Incorporate a calming routine before bed – perhaps a warm bath or lightly massaging your abdomen in a circular motion with sesame oil, which is calming for Vata.

4. Mind-Body Practices: Yoga poses like Pavanamuktasana (Wind-relieving Pose) or Vajrasana can support digestion. Also, consider a short pranayama practice, like alternate nostril breathing, to calm your mind and balance your doshas.

Pain should not be ignored, especially given its extent. While these suggestions aim at balancing the root imbalances contributing to your ulcers, persisting or severe pain needs immediate medical attention to rule out other concerns or complications. Remember, it’s always good to couple these recommendations with the advice of your healthcare provider.