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A peptic ulcer is an ulcer of one of those areas of the gastrointestinal tract that are usually acidic. A more general term, peptic ulcer disease (PUD), is also in use.
Most ulcers are associated with Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that lives in the acidic environment of the stomach. Ulcers can also be caused or worsened by drugs such as Aspirin and other NSAIDs. Contrary to general belief, more peptic ulcers arise in the duodenum (=first part of the small intestine, just after the stomach) than in the stomach. About 4 % of stomach ulcers are caused by a malignant tumour, so multiple biopsies are needed to make sure. Duodenal ulcers are generally non-malignant.
Classification
A peptic ulcer may arise at various locations:
- Stomach (called gastric ulcer)
- Duodenum (called duodenal ulcer)
- Esophagus (called esophageal ulcer)
- A Meckel's diverticulum
Stomach Ulcers :: Conditions and Diseases
Peptic ulcer bug manipulates immune system: Study - Times of India
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:36:30 -0000
Peptic ulcer bug manipulates immune system: StudyTimes of IndiaMost infected individuals never experience any symptoms, but around 10% get peptic ulcers and around one percent develop stomach cancer. ...and more »
Personal Health The Damage of Reflux (Bile, Not Acid) - New York Times
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:10:32 -0000
New York TimesPersonal Health The Damage of Reflux (Bile, Not Acid)New York TimesOccasionally, the pyloric valve is obstructed by a peptic ulcer, for example, or scar tissue, which prevents the valve from opening enough to permit quick ...and more »
Thinly Read: Diagnosis by Internet - Scripps News
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:14:53 -0000
Thinly Read: Diagnosis by InternetScripps NewsWe'll just read about ulcers. Ulcers, peptic ulcers, peptic-ulcer symptoms, what to consider: says here that mild ulcer symptoms may be related to dietary ...and more »
Mortality With Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding and Perforation ... - Medscape
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:52:21 -0000
Mortality With Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding and Perforation ...MedscapeKolkman JJ, Meuwissen SG: A review on treatment of bleeding peptic ulcer: a collaborative task of gastroenterologist and surgeon. ...and more »
Ulcers are made, not born - Negros Chronicle
Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:07:26 -0000
Ulcers are made, not bornNegros ChronicleLet us take a specific malady—peptic ulcer. It is known as “A Disease of Civilization.” Many Filipinos are suffering from this psychosomatic (mind-body) ...and more »
Tummy trouble - AsiaOne
Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:36:35 -0000
AsiaOneTummy troubleAsiaOnePeptic ulcers are small pits that penetrate the lining of the stomach or duodenum. An ulcer may or may not have symptoms, but when symptoms occur, ...and more »
Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Peptic Ulcer - Information and discussion concerning causes, symptoms and treatment of peptic ulcers.
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Chinese Traditional Medicine - Describes in detail how TCM practitioners in China solve peptic-ulcer with traditional Chinese strategies and herbs.
eMedicine Health: Peptic Ulcers - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this condition.
Meta Description: [ In the digestive system, an ulcer is an area where tissue has been destroyed by gastric juices and stomach acid. Peptic ulcer disease is a general term for ulcers that ... ]
Medinfo: Peptic Ulcer - Information for patients including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment and prevention.
Meta Description: [ Medinfo's patient information on peptic ulcer, which refers to an area of the stomach or duodenal lining which becomes eroded by the stomach acid. These are known as stomach and duodenal ulcers, collectively known as peptic ulcers. ]
Pediatric OnCall - A time tested home made remedy for the treatment of acidity.
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Three Rivers Endoscopy Center: Gastroscopy - Information for patients describing the use of the endoscope in diagnosing and treating ulcers of the stomach and other conditions.
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Ulcers and Bacteria I - A paper on the development, science, and acceptance of the bacterial theory by Dr. Paul Thagard, Director of the Cognitive Science Program at the University of Waterloo, Canada.
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