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No. They are caused by a few things, one of which is excessive acid production by the acid producing cells in the stomach. Another cause is frequent use of pills such as Aspirin. Another cause is infection with a type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).
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Peptic ulcers may be caused by hyperacidity or the pathogen?
Peptic ulcers can be caused by hyperacidity or by the bacteria H. pylori.
What lesion can stomach acid caused?
Stomach ulcers, peptic ulcers, gastritis.
How is cimetidine useful in treating peptic ulcers?
Cimetidine is a H-2 blocker. It is used to lower the acidity of the stomach when treating peptic ulcers caused by H. pylori
Can sunburns cause peptic ulcers?
I don't think so. Ulcers are generally caused by the bacteria H. pylori.
What is the singular and plural of peptic ulcer?
Peptic ulcer is singular. Peptic ulcers is plural.
What are types of stomach sores?
there are many kinds of ulcers including peptic ulcers, mouth ulcers, Corneal ulcers and possibly more.
Which is not considered a complication of peptic ulcer?
Gangrene is not a complication of peptic ulcers.
How common are surgeries for gastric and peptic ulcers?
Vagotomy, antrectomy , pyloroplasty are surgeries for gastric and peptic ulcers, now very rare
Why do peptic ulcers often develop in individuals with mastocytosis?
Peptic ulcers are frequent because of the increased stomach acid stimulated by histamine.
What are the effects of castor oil on peptic ulcers?
Peptic ulcers occur when stomach acid eats a small hole in the lining of the stomach. Several drops of castor oil in warm milk can aid in soothing the pain of peptic ulcers.
What is scientific name for peptic ulcers?
Peptic ulcer is itself scientific name .
How has the scientific understanding of the cause of peptic ulcers changed in recent years?
Changes in the approach to peptic ulcers is not so recent but has been evolving over the last 10-15 years. Before, all stomach ulcers were thought to be caused by a combination of stress and too much stomach acid. Now, though, doctors believe the bacteria H-Pylori causes a large percentage of peptic ulcers, stomach acid, and reflux.
