Peptic Ulcer - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors

About- Peptic ulcers also called stomach ulcers are open sores that develop on the inside lining of the stomach (gastric ulcers) and the upper portion of the small intestine (Duodenal ulcers).

Symptoms-

Abdominal bloating or belching

Abdominal pain

Bloody or dark stools

Changes in appetite

Chest pain

Fatty food intolerance

Feeling of fullness

Heartburn

Indigestion

Nausea and vomiting

Unexplained weight loss

Causes-

Alcoholism

Consumption of spicy foods

Frequent use of aspirin, ibuprofen, and other anti-inflammatory drugs

Psychological stress

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), a type of bacteria

Radiation therapy

Smoking

Stomach cancer

Specialist to visit
Gastroenterologist

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References

https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.medicinenet.com