A STOMACH ulcer is an open sore known as a gastric ulcer. The main culprit for this condition is the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), but it's not the only cause. What are the signs of ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed "negative," and he was told that it means he does not have the ...

Expert advice from Dr Zoe Williams, our very own resident specialist and practising NHS GP WINTER bugs are rife, and norovirus is proving really nasty at the moment. Hospital admissions are at a high, ...

WHETHER it’s a subtle little “ribbit” or a full on belch, we all have burps escape our mouths from time to time. It’s a way for gas to be released from your digestive system – burps basically happen ...

Gas can cause stomach pain that varies from mild to severe, but you can take steps to make it less likely. (Photo Credit: E+/Getty Images) When your intestines have too much gas in them, it can cause ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed "negative," and he was told that it means he does not have the ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My friend was diagnosed with H. pylori. He was treated and then later he was given a stool sample test. This test showed “negative,” and he was told that it means he does not have the ...

Feeling bloated? You're not alone. Abdominal bloating and gas are among the most common digestive complaints that doctors hear from patients. Belly bloating bothers some people largely because of how ...

You just drank a soda and let out a few burps. Lunch time is approaching and your stomach starts to growl. You're riding a rollercoaster and after a big drop, you "lose" your stomach. Have you ever ...

In some cultures, burping after a meal is the highest form of flattery. In China, for example, a belch tells the chef that you enjoyed your food and are comfortably satiated. While a quick, painless ...

Aside from a bacterium infection, the long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can cause a stomach ulcer. Stress and spicy foods can exacerbate symptoms, but how do you know if you're ...