“Ulcer” is a much abused term. Sometimes a simple hyperacidity can actually be peptic ulcer. Both are quite similar since they present with agonizing abdominal pain, but beware! Peptic ulcer disease needs immediate medical attention. Peptic ulcer disease is caused mainly by Helicobacter pylori infection, and by excessive intake of anti-inflammatory drugs. Both result to compromise in the gastric and intestinal mucosa, hence the appearance of peptic ulcer disease. Gastric ulcers
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