Frequent use of pain killers
Certain pain relievers such as aspirin might irritate the lining of the stomach and small intestine. The over-the-counter pain-relieving medications are known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that help in relieving the pain. However, their frequent use might lead to the inflammation of the stomach lining. Some of these medications are:
- Ketoprofen
- Ibuprofen
- Naproxen sodium
The older adults taking the pain medications for a longer time duration are more susceptible to stomach ulcers. Also, the people taking these medications for the treatment of osteoarthritis might develop stomach ulcers more easily.