A
peptic ulcer is the break in the integrity of the mucosal lining of
the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. PUD develops when the protective
mechanisms of the gastrointestinal mucosa, are overwhelmed by the
damaging effects of gastric acid and pepsin. Peptic ulcers include
esophageal, gastric and duodenal ulcers.
Common
causes are
Helicobacter
pylori infection, Anti-inflammatory drugs, medications and certain
disease.Read MoreWednesday 11 June 2014
Peptic Ulcer Disease
A
peptic ulcer is the break in the integrity of the mucosal lining of
the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. PUD develops when the protective
mechanisms of the gastrointestinal mucosa, are overwhelmed by the
damaging effects of gastric acid and pepsin. Peptic ulcers include
esophageal, gastric and duodenal ulcers.
Common
causes are
Helicobacter
pylori infection, Anti-inflammatory drugs, medications and certain
disease.Read More
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