If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.
Chest pain, severe difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, major bleeding, or loss of consciousness require emergency medical services. This page describes non-emergency care delivered at home by skilled nurses.
Understanding Gastric Ulcers
What you should know
Gastric ulcers (stomach ulcers) are open sores that develop on the inner lining of the stomach. Most are caused by Helicobacter pylori infection or long-term use of NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin). Ulcers cause burning stomach pain, nausea, bloating, and in severe cases, bleeding that can be life-threatening.
Home health for gastric ulcers focuses on medication management (proton pump inhibitors, antibiotics for H. pylori, mucosal protectants), monitoring for complications (bleeding, perforation), nutritional guidance, and education on avoiding aggravating factors (NSAIDs, alcohol, smoking).
For patients who've been hospitalized for complicated ulcers (bleeding, perforation), home health provides the transitional monitoring that prevents readmission. Our nurses assess symptoms, manage medications, draw labs, and coordinate with gastroenterologists on treatment response.
Warning signs
You may need care if…
Your care plan
How we help at home
Expert care for gastric ulcers,
delivered to your home
Our clinicians bring hospital-level expertise to the comfort and safety of where you live.
Common questions
Gastric Ulcers — Common Questions
Most gastric ulcers heal within 4–8 weeks with proper treatment (proton pump inhibitors and, if H. pylori is present, antibiotic therapy). Larger or complicated ulcers may take longer. Follow-up endoscopy is sometimes needed to confirm healing. Our nurses ensure you complete the full medication course, which is essential for healing.
NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin) should be avoided — they're a major cause of gastric ulcers and will prevent healing. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is generally safe for pain relief. If you need anti-inflammatory medication for another condition, your physician may prescribe a COX-2 inhibitor or add a protective medication. Our nurses review all your medications for ulcer risk.
Related services
Services involved in your care
These are the clinical services our team may use when managing gastric ulcers at home.
Get help with gastric ulcers at home
Our experienced clinicians provide expert general care in the comfort of your home. Contact us today to discuss your needs.
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