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Peptic ulcers

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Peptic ulcers
Wounds in the stomach and duodenum caused by stomach acid and the bacterium Helicobacter pylori.


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Peptic ulcers can form in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers), duodenum (the first part of the small bowel or intestine) or the esophagus (gullet or swallowing tube).
The researchers believe that stress factors during childhood maintain a connection with the development of peptic ulcers.
In the past people suffering from peptic ulcers were restricted from taking small amount of bland food and milk regularly Researches however showed that this in no way helps in decreasing the recurrence of ulcers In the past people suffering from peptic ulcers were restricted from taking small amount of bland food and milk regularly.
 
 
 
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