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What causes colon ulcers?
The ulcers in the intestines can mostly seen in few important disease such as crohn's, ulcerative colitis, acid-peptic disease or zollinger ellison syndrome, colon cancer (less likely in your case). It is important to remember that acid-peptic disease induced ulcers or in zollinger ellison syndrome ulcers are mostly found in the small intestine.
Mr Bellazono a fisherman in his late 60's comes to the clinic to complain of small ulcers on both forearms as well as on his face and ears. What's the likely diagnosis?
Since Mr. Ballazono, a fisherman in his late 60s, appears at the clinic with ulcers on his face, ears, and forearms, he could have a sun allergy. It could also be contact dermatitis or even shingles.
Can ulcers be in the small intestine?
Yes. Especially during inflammatory bowel diseases such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease.
What is an infectious agent that consists of a small strand of RNA and that causes disease in plants?
A viroid is an infectious agent that consists of a small strand of RNA and that causes disease in plants.
What are the precautions with using ipriflavone?
Ipriflavone may decrease lymphocyte levels. Not for those with liver disease, pregnancy/breast feeding, gastric or duodenal ulcers, kidney disease, small children.
Where do ulcers grow?
Peptic ulcers are ulcers that form in the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine, called the duodenum.
Medical term for peptic ulcers in part of the upper part of the small intestine?
Duodenal ulcers
Which structures are the most common sites for ulcers?
Gastric (stomach) ulcers, Duodenal (small intestine) ulcers, and the skin.
Where is ileal ulcers located?
Ileal ulcers are located in the ileum, which is the final section of the small intestine, situated between the jejunum and the cecum. These ulcers can occur due to various conditions, including Crohn's disease, infections, or other gastrointestinal disorders. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and weight loss, depending on the severity and underlying cause of the ulcers.
What happens during a bowel resection?
During this procedure one or more segments of the small intestine are removed. This procedure may be performed if you have Cancer, Crohn's disease or Ulcers.
Does a nicotine patch affect ulcers?
No. In fact, smoking has been shown to have only a small effect on ulcers.
Where do ulcers typically form in the human body?
Ulcers typically form in the stomach and the small intestine in the human body.
