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Types Of Stomach Ulcers

The term stomach ulcer covers different types of ulcers. Ulcers are commonly named after the area affected mostly in the digestive system.

PEPTIC Ulcer: this usually occurs as a result of open sore found in the lining of the stomach or duodenum with exposure to pepsin.

GASTRIC Ulcer: refers to peptic ulcer present in the stomach

DUODENAL Ulcer: refers to peptic ulcer present in the duodenum i.e. the first part of the small intestine.

ESOPHAGEAL Ulcer: refers to ulcer that affects the lower end of the esophagus.

BLEEDING Ulcer: refers to a dangerous peptic ulcer that has been left untreated.

REFRACTORY Ulcer: this is stress induced gastritis as a result of serious illness. A condition characterized by inflammation of the lining of the stomach.


Causes Of Stomach Ulcer:
What Is The Most Common Cause Of Stomach Ulcer?

Stomach ulcer can be caused by any of the following:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs )
• Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
• Excess stomach acidity
• Bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)

Stomach Ulcer Risk Factors

The following factors may increase your chance of developing peptic ulcer or may make the treatment worse.

Ulcer Symptoms

Below are the likely ulcer symptoms you should watch out for:

• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Nausea

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