Question:
How are post-op ulcers diagnosed?

I've recently been having some heavy-duty heartburn and am beginning to think that's what it is.    — scottiemaam O. (posted on December 5, 2002)

December 5, 2002
I was diagnosed with a marginal ulcer after surgery. Me Dr. did an upper GI and was able to see it that way. I had to drink that Barium stuff. Wasn't too bad. I was put on medication for the ulcer and that has helped.
   — tulagirl

December 5, 2002
A scope can spot even a tiny marginal ulcer before it gets too big.
   — vitalady

December 5, 2002
With me, the upper GI did not show my ulcer, but the scope did.
   — RebeccaP