Ulcers are open sores that can occur on the skin (e.g. pressure ulcers) or inside the body (e.g. stomach ulcers).
Tips for Skin Ulcers:
- Relieve pressure, keep skin clean
- Use dressings and antiseptic treatments
- See a doctor if healing is slow
Stomach Ulcer Support:
- Avoid smoking, NSAIDs, spicy food
- Medicines like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) help healing
General information only. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about your own situation. In an emergency, call 000. Last updated 20 May 2025.