Question:
what is an ulcer like

   — mojo N. (posted on January 24, 2007)

January 24, 2007
My ulcer pain was continuous pain unless I had food in my pouch. Spicy foods or any citrus would make it hurt more. I started taking Prilosec and have been pain free since a week after beginning it. Try the Prilosec for 2 weeks and see if that helps. If not, it may be something more serious that you need to see your surgeon about. HTH
   — Courtney B.

January 25, 2007
You should ALWAYS, ALWAYS call your surgeon first. Don't try to home diagnose. I had an ulcer and then months later ended up with similar pain and thought it was an ulcer again but turned out to be a hernia and a twist in my intestine. Best of luck to you!!!
   — theroses03

January 25, 2007
I had rny in Feb 2004, and only 2 wks post-op I started having lots of stomach discomfort I would describe it as a cramping type pain. Everything I ate or drink caused it, even water and it was up high in the pouch area. I then went to see my surgeon and he did a series of testing to check for an ulcer.Immediately after drinking the barium for one of the test I was in relief. I then was prescribed protonix and take it everyday. I will still have flare-ups if I miss a dosage. I hope this helps you.
   — Kissie