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ulcer, peptic - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Ulcer, peptic: A peptic ulcer is a hole in the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus. A peptic ulcer of the stomach is called a gastric ulcer, an ulcer of the duodenum is a duodenal ulcer, and a peptic ulcer of the esophagus is an esophageal ulcer. A peptic ulcer occurs when the lining of these organs is corroded by the acidic digestive juices which are secreted by the stomach cells. Peptic ulcer disease is common, affecting millions of Americans yearly. The medical cost of treating peptic ulcer and its complications runs in the billions of dollars annually in the U.S. Recent medical advances have increased our understanding of ulcer formation. Improved and expanded treatment options are now available. ...
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Hotlines for ulcer, peptic (Source: HealthHotLines)
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News on ulcer, peptic
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Peptic Ulcer (MedicineNet)
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Peptic Ulcer (MedicineNet)

Further Reading on ulcer, peptic
  • Unusual Cancers of Childhood Treatment (PDQ®) - Abdominal Cancers ( WebMD )
    Abdominal cancers include adrenocortical tumors , renal cell carcinomas , carcinomas of the stomach , cancer of the pancreas , colorectal ...pylori infection and peptic ulcer disease in children. Curr Opin...
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    If you have been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria, you will need...will do an endoscopy to look at your ulcer and to take a tissue sample...
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Learn about peptic ulcer , a sore in the inner lining of the stomach or upper small intestine (duodenum).
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  • Peptic Ulcer Disease - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Learn about peptic ulcer, a sore in the inner lining of the stomach or upper small intestine (duodenum).
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    If you have been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria, you will need...If you have been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer caused by infection...
  • Unusual Cancers of Childhood Treatment (PDQ®) - Abdominal Cancers ( WebMD )
    Abdominal cancers include adrenocortical tumors , renal cell carcinomas , carcinomas of the stomach , cancer of the pancreas , colorectal ...Helicobacter pylori infection and peptic ulcer disease in...
  • Nausea and Vomiting,Age 4 and Older - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Learn what causes nausea and vomiting and how it can lead to other problems , such as dehydration and ...stomach (gastritis). Ulcer disease of the stomach or small intestine ( peptic ulcers). Gallbladder...
  • Understanding Stomach Cancer - Symptoms ( WebMD )
    An overview of the symptoms of stomach cancer from the experts at WebMD...and stomach discomfort A bloated feeling after eating Mild nausea Loss of appetite Heartburn Peptic ulcers cause similar...


  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding ( WebMD )
    Gastrointestinal bleeding can occur in either the upper or lower GI Tract...poisons or stomach cancer. Most often, upper GI bleeding is caused by one of the following: Peptic ulcers Gastritis Esophageal...
  • Stomach Cancer ( WebMD )
    Information on stomach cancer...frequency of stomach cancer in people chronically infected with Helicobacter pylori , a common cause of chronic gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. A family history of...
  • Whiplash ( WebMD )
    Whiplash is a nonmedical term used to describe neck pain following an injury to the soft tissues of ...ibuprofen if you have a past medical history of gastritis, duodenitis, peptic ulcer disease,
  • Peptic Ulcers ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Peptic ulcer ( eMedicineHealth )


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