It is damage to the layer lining the inside of the digestive tract (in the stomach or the duodenum). It can be caused by a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori and by the use of certain medications.
Symptoms
- Pain or a burning sensation in the upper abdomen
- Sometimes nausea
Depending on the location of the ulcer, this pain may get worse or better with eating.
Treatment
Patients with these complaints should see a gastroenterology clinic. Treatment includes acid-suppressing medications and therapies that eliminate the bacterium called Helicobacter.
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