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Stomach ulcer

Stomach ulcer

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Painful ulcers in the stomach, caused by stomach acid when there is a breakdown of the normal protective layer of the lining of the stomach.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

42 years experience

Is a type of:

Gastrointestinal disorders • Ulcer

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common
Baby
0-2
Rare
Toddler
3-5
Common
Preteen
6-13
Common
Teenager
14-18
Common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Body locations

Abdomen, Upper abdomen

Types of

Stomach ulcer, perforated
Condition

Symptoms

Diarrhea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Hiccups
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Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Stomach ulcer
Hyoscyamine
3
5 reviews
Glycopyrrolate
3
5 reviews
Misoprostol
1
5 reviews
Dexlansoprazole
Ranitidine
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Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Stomach ulcer

Diagnostic

Upper endoscopy

Surgery

Surgery

Other treatments

Avoiding caffeine
Stopping alcohol

Tests

H. pylori breath test
Fecal occult blood
Complete blood count
Stool h.pylori EIA
Gastrin

Risk factors

Personal

Stress
Antibiotic use
Cigarette smoking

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