41. Peptic Ulcers peptic ulcers are craterlike sores that develop when the digestive juices producedby the stomach eat http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/stp1485.asp

var guid_source = ""; var guid_source_id = ""; //unused var encodedurl = ""; WebMD Today Home WebMD News Center XML News via RSS Member Services WebMD University My WebMD Find a Physician Medical Info Check Symptoms Medical Library Health Tools Clinical Trials ... Women, Men, Lifestyle Who We Are About WebMD Site Map You are in Medical Library Our Content Sources Ask A Question Clinical Trials Health Guide A-Z Health Topics Symptoms Medical Tests Medications ... Support Organizations Peptic ulcers Peptic ulcers are craterlike sores that develop when the digestive juices produced by the stomach eat away or erode the lining of the digestive tract. Peptic ulcers may form in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) or just below the stomach, at the start of the small intestine (duodenal ulcers). The most common causes of peptic ulcers are infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria and frequent use of aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Common symptoms of an ulcer include: Burning, aching, and gnawing pain between the navel and the breastbone (epigastric pain), possibly extending to the back. Pain may last minutes or hours and is often relieved by eating or by taking antacids or a stomach acid blocker.

42. Hardin MD : Stomach Ulcers Open Directory Project Health Digestive disorders Peptic ulcer (Other versions National Library of Medicine; LookSmart peptic ulcers and and http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/pepticulcer.html

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43. Peptic Ulcers - Gastric Ulcers, Symptoms, Dyspepsia, Causes, Treatment peptic ulcers information relating to symptoms, dyspepsia, gastric ulcers, causesand treatment. http://www.patienthealthinternational.com/article/501773.aspx

Skip to content Home Body map List of conditions ... Home Peptic Ulcer Peptic Ulcers Peptic Ulcer News Facts and figures Living with peptic ulcers Treatment ... Feature articles What are Peptic Ulcers? An ulcer is a sore or erosion that forms when the lining of the gut is corroded by acidic digestive juices. Peptic Ulcers can form in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers), duodenum (the first part of the small bowel or intestine) or the oesophagus (gullet or swallowing tube). Peptic ulcers are quite common; it is known that 5-10% of the world’s population suffer from peptic ulcers at least once. How do you get Peptic Ulcers? While stomach acid plays a significant role in the development of ulcers, other factors may be involved, including infection with a bacterium called Helicobacter Pylori, smoking, and the long-term use of certain anti-inflammatory (pain killing) medicines. These do this by irritating or damaging the lining of the stomach. How serious are Peptic Ulcers? Symptoms of an ulcer are variable, but may include upper abdominal burning or hunger pain 1-3 hours after meals and in the middle of the night. In some cases, serious complications can occur like bleeding or perforation (erosion of the ulcer right through the gut wall). Most ulcers are effectively healed with treatment. How long do Peptic Ulcers last?

44. Peptic Ulcers Familydoctor.org peptic ulcers are sores in the lining of the stomach or upper smallintestine (duodenum). Contrary to popular belief, they are not caused by stress, http://familydoctor.org/x5315.xml

Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Health Tools Web Reviews ... 2003 Web Reviews 2003 Web Reviews Depression Nursing Homes Chronic Pain Health News ... Stroke Peptic Ulcers Cholesterol Eating Disorders Domestic Violence Flu ... Repetitive Motion Injuries Peptic Ulcers Printer-friendly version Email this page By Howard and Judi Wolinsky According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 25 million Americans will develop a peptic ulcer in their lifetimes. In an effort to make the public more knowledgeable about this common and treatable disease, the CDC and the H. pylori Partnership are sponsoring Ulcer Awareness Week starting Oct. 6 ( http://www.cdc.gov/ulcer/uaw/awareness2003.htm Peptic ulcers are sores in the lining of the stomach or upper small intestine (duodenum). Contrary to popular belief, they are not caused by stress, nor are they caused by eating spicy foods. They can be caused by long-term use of anti-inflammatory medicines such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, ketoprofen and some prescription drugs. However, in 90% of cases, ulcers are caused by infection with a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori

45. PEPTIC ULCER H. pylori is the major cause of duodenal ulcer. Duodenal peptic ulcers occur inthe first part of the intestine, one or two inches past the end of the http://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/pepticulcer.asp

Bookmark This Page About Us Contact Us Feedback ... Log In September 9, 2005 Home Directories Professionals Consumer Health ... My Health Record Search Web Medindia.com Medindia Advanced Search P owered By G o o g l e Medindia Disease/Health Information PEPTIC ULCER PEPTIC ULCER / DUODENAL ULCER/ GASTRIC ULCER Page 1 Disease info Related Topics Medical Acronyms Amazing Body Facts Phobias Medical Syndromes ... Teeth Chart Interactives (Flash) Brain Depression Eye Donation Brain Death Angioplasty ... Related Links What is peptic ulcer? A peptic ulcer is a sore on the lining of the stomach or duodenum. These are the parts of the gut where acid bathes the surface. One cause of peptic ulcer is bacterial infection by Helicobacter pylori, but some ulcers are also caused by long-term use of non steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs), like aspirin and ibuprofen. In a few cases, cancerous tumors in the stomach or pancreas can also cause ulcers. "It is interesting to speculate as to what diagnoses were made in the cases of duodenal ulcers prior to our present knowledge."

46. Peptic Ulcers - Vardaan Hospital Information on peptic ulcers at Vardaan Hospital. Peptic ulcer is responsiblefor about 10 % of these symptoms. It is important for patients suffering http://www.vardaan.net/ulcer.htm

Vardaan Hospital Contact Us Take our Survey Home Health Information News Forums About Us Site Map Advertisement Home Health Information Diseases Home Health Information Women's Health Children's Health Diseases Peptic Ulcers Back Pain Liver Diseases Miscellaneous News ... Links Peptic Ulcers Nearly 25 % of people in our community suffer from dyspepsia, which means symptoms of bad digestion like abdominal pain or burning, fullness and gas. These symptoms are commonly referred to as those of "acidity " and most people resort to self medication. It is important to remember that any new dyspepsia of more than one month duration should be investigated. Further, at age above 45 years and the presence of "alarm" symptoms like loss of appetite, weight loss and difficulty in swallowing investigations are mandatory. Peptic ulcer is responsible for about 10 % of these symptoms. It is important for patients suffering from dyspepsia to be evaluated by their physician as apart from ulcers, cancer of stomach may also present in the same way. Causes of peptic ulcers Peptic ulcer implies the development of a breach in the lining of stomach or upper small intestine called duodenum and to the naked eye it looks like a wound. This illness effects nearly 10% of people in our country. It is commonly found in young people at the prime of their age and has been said to be associated with "hurry, worry and curry". The factors responsible for causing ulcers include:

47. Peptic Ulcers - EMedicine Health Information, articles and statistics of peptic ulcers, causes of peptic ulcersand peptic ulcer treatment. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/10619-1.asp

Search September 9, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Esophagus, Stomach, and Intestine Peptic Ulcers Peptic Ulcers Overview In the digestive system, an ulcer is an area where tissue has been destroyed by gastric juices and stomach acid. Peptic ulcer disease is a general term for ulcers that occur in the stomach or duodenum (upper part of the small intestine). A peptic ulcer is an erosion or sore in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. The mucous membrane lining the digestive tract erodes and causes a gradual breakdown of tissue. This breakdown causes a gnawing or burning pain in the upper middle part of the belly (abdomen). Although most peptic ulcers are small, they can cause a considerable amount of discomfort. Peptic ulcers are a very common condition in the United States and throughout the world. In the United States, an estimated 25 million people will suffer an ulcer at some point. That's 1 in 10 people. About 4 million people are affected by ulcers at any given time. There are approximately 350,000-500,000 new cases and more than 1 million ulcer-related hospitalizations each year in this country alone.

48. EMedicine Health: Peptic Ulcers Causes peptic ulcers were once thought to be caused by lifestyle, research has changedthis thinking. While lifestyle can play a role in peptic ulcers http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/10619-2.asp

Search September 9, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Esophagus, Stomach, and Intestine Peptic Ulcers Peptic Ulcers Causes When you eat, your stomach produces hydrochloric acid and an enzyme called pepsin to digest the food. The food is partially digested in the stomach and then moves on to the duodenum to continue the process. Peptic ulcers occur when the acid and enzyme overcome the defense mechanisms of the gastrointestinal tract and cause an erosion in the mucosal wall. The medical community long believed that ulcers were caused by lifestyle factors such as eating habits, cigarette smoking, and stress. Gradually, researchers realized that people with ulcers had an imbalance between, on one hand, acid and pepsin, and on the other, the digestive tract's ability to protect itself from these harsh substances. Research done in the 1980s showed that ulcers are actually caused by infection with a bacterium named Helicobacter pylori , usually called H pylori Not everyone who gets an ulcer is infected with H pylori . We now know that aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can cause ulcers if taken regularly. While we no longer believe that lifestyle factors cause ulcers, we do believe that they play a role. Some types of medical therapy also can contribute to ulcer formation. The following factors can weaken the protective mucosal barrier of the stomach. This increases the chances of getting an ulcer and slows healing of existing ulcers.

49. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Most peptic ulcers are caused by infection with the bacterium Anyone takingNSAIDs who experiences symptoms of peptic ulcer should see a doctor for http://www.aboutgerd.org/NSAID.html

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50. Peptic Ulcers peptic ulcers, which are the most common type, occur in the first portion of thesmall intestine (duodenum). They also are found in the lower esophagus. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/dc/caz/digs/ulcr/ulcr_gen_ovw.jsp

51. Treatment Of Peptic Ulcers At Mayo Clinic Left untreated, peptic ulcers can cause internal bleeding (commonly called peptic ulcers may even perforate the wall of your stomach or small intestine. http://www.mayoclinic.org/pepticulcers/

Home About Mayo Clinic Jobs Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Peptic Ulcers Peptic Ulcers Treatment Questions and Answers about H. pylori Appointments Clinical Trials ... Medical Services Treatment of Peptic Ulcers at Mayo Clinic (Synonyms: stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers) Ulcer is a medical term for an open sore, and a peptic ulcer is a sore in the lining of your stomach or small intestine. Left untreated, peptic ulcers can cause internal bleeding (commonly called a bleeding ulcer). Peptic ulcers may even perforate the wall of your stomach or small intestine. Peptic ulcers usually cause pain from stomach acid washing over the open sore. But the pain may decrease or even disappear when bleeding occurs because the blood buffers the acid. About 10 percent of people with bleeding peptic ulcers do not experience pain. Peptic ulcers are common. Five to 10 percent of Americans experience a peptic ulcer at some point in their lives. The good news is that the rate of bacterial infections that can cause some peptic ulcers seems to be dropping in the United States. You should not treat an ulcer on your own, without seeing a doctor. Over-the-counter antacids and acid blockers may relieve the frequent pain, but the relief is always short-lived. With a doctor's help, you can find prompt relief from ulcer pain as well as a lifelong cure from the disease.

52. Health 24 - Heartburn, Peptic Ulcers peptic ulcers are sores that develop in the gastrointestinal tract. The causesof peptic ulcers are varied. A recent discovery of a new type of bacteria http://www.health24.com/medical/Condition_centres/777-792-813-1748.asp

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53. All About Peptic Ulcer A peptic ulcer is a sensitive, raw patch, very much like a mouth ulcer, whichforms a break in the Like mouth ulcers, peptic ulcers tend to come and go. http://www.contactpakistan.com/Communitylibrary/general/health/general/article15

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54. Peptic Ulcer It provides information about peptic ulcers (stomach and duodenal ulcers), This resource on Helicobacter pylori and peptic ulcer disease is produced and http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D010437.html

low graphics Peptic Ulcer broader: Stomach Diseases other: Stomach Neoplasms narrower: Stomach Ulcer Helicobacter pylori and peptic ulcer This report by Andrew Moore is a systematic review of the effectiveness of curing infection of helicobacter pylori, and an overview of the possible economic benefits of implementing what is known to be effective. Topics covered include the methods of diagnosing helicobacter pylori infection, prevalence and incidence of peptic ulcers, helicobacter pylori eradication and peptic ulcers, and clinical guidelines on helicobacter pylori. This report was originally published as an article in Bandolier, December 1994. This expanded version is a Bandolier Internet Publication. Review [Publication Type] Peptic Ulcer Helicobacter pylori Peptic ulcers A patient information document (written for the University of Illinois students by the McKinley Health Center), about ulcers. It provides information about the origins of ulcers, the symptoms, complications, and treatment. Published by the McKinley Health Center, University of Illinois. Peptic Ulcer Patient Education Helicobacter pylori and peptic ulcer Full-text of the document 'Helicobacter Pylori and Peptic Ulcer', from the publication Effectiveness Matters, Vol 1, Issue 2, September 1995. Effectiveness Matters is produced by the NHS Centre for Reviews and Dissemination, and provides information updates on important health matters based on systematic reviews of the evidence, for practitioners and decision makers in the NHS. The document covers the benefits of eradication, trends, background, diagnosis of H. pylori, effective treatments, managing peptic ulcer, recommendations, and references. Published by the NHSCRD, at the University of York. In PDF requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader.

55. Peptic Ulcers - Symptoms, Peptic Ulcers Treatment - AstraZeneca Canada Information on peptic ulcers symptoms and peptic ulcers treatment. http://www.astrazeneca.ca/en/conditions/condition.asp?cn=Peptic ulcers

56. Peptic Ulcer - Alternative Health Natural Remedies For peptic ulcers. A Peptic ulcer is a term used to describea point in the lining of the stomach or duodenum (the first part of the http://www.soulhealer.com/ulcer.htm

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57. Peptic Ulcer Disease What is a peptic ulcer? peptic ulcers are sores in the inner lining of the stomachor upper small intestine (duodenum). These sores develop when the http://www.bchealthguide.org/kbase/topic/major/hw217846/descrip.htm

var hwPrint=1;var hwDocHWID="hw217846";var hwDocTitle="Peptic Ulcer Disease";var hwRank="1";var hwSectionHWID="hw217849";var hwSectionTitle="Topic Overview";var hwSource="en-caQ2_05";var hwDocType="Major"; Peptic Ulcer Disease Topic Overview What is a peptic ulcer? Peptic ulcers enzyme Peptic ulcers that form in the lining of the stomach are called gastric ulcers. Those that form in the upper small intestine are called duodenal ulcers. See an illustration of the digestive tract What causes peptic ulcers? The two most common causes of peptic ulcers are: Infection with Helicobacter pylori H. pylori ) bacteria. H. pylori live in the mucous lining of the stomach and cause inflammation that could lead to an ulcer. Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) . It is not entirely clear how NSAIDs cause ulcers. The two most likely ways this may happen are that: NSAIDs may interfere with prostaglandins, chemicals that may help regulate the protective lining of the stomach. Use of NSAIDs may directly irritate the stomach's lining, making it easier for ulcers to form.

58. Peptic Ulcers peptic ulcers are named according to where they are situated. peptic ulcersdo not always exhibit symptoms, and some people can have an ulcer for a long http://www.irishhealth.com/?level=4&con=343

59. CCHS Clinical Digital Library peptic ulcers (Comprehensive Version) Access document; Stomach Ulcer (GastricUlcer) Peptic Ulcer List of documents. MedlinePlus (National Library of http://cchs-dl.slis.ua.edu/patientinfo/gastroenterology/upper/stomachdisorders/p

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60. Peptic Ulcers, UPMC | University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, U Information about diagnosis, treatment options, and current research for pepticulcers from the health experts at the University of Pittsburgh Medical http://pepticulcer.upmc.com/

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