A peptic ulcer is a sore that forms when digestive juices wear away the lining of the digestive system. A peptic ulcer can occur in the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or lower part of the esophagus. Symptoms can include indigestion-like pain, nausea, and weight loss.

Why do ulcers cause nausea?

If the abdominal pain starts after you eat, keeps you up at night, and lasts a prolonged period it might be an ulcer. Nausea: Due to the imbalance in your digestive system, mild to severe nausea may occur, either first thing in the morning on an empty stomach, or after eating.

Can an ulcer cause constant nausea?

Peptic Ulcer and Chronic Nausea

Peptic ulcers are open sores that occur within the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine. These sores can lead to pain, weight loss, and of course, nausea.