Signs and Symptoms of Ulcers

An ache in the abdomen. If you feel a slight ache or discomfort beneath the ribs and above the navel, this could well be an ulcer. The pain will grow extremely intense, especially a little after taking in food. It will also return quite frequently. As this pain is caused by the stomach acid acting upon the surrounding tissues, alkaline foods than can neutralize the acid will also relieve the discomfort. However, you shouldn’t assume that you have an ulcer just because your stomach is paining, as this is a common symptom of constipation or gastritis.