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Stomach Ulcers
A stomach ulcer, also called a
gastric ulcer, is an open sore that
develops in your stomach lining.
You can also get one in your
duodenum, the first part of the
small intestine that your stomach
feeds into. Duodenal ulcers and
stomach ulcers are both types of
peptic ulcers.
Possible causes of
Stomach Ulcer
Misuse of drugs like
Ibuprofen.
Physiological stress.
Bacteria( H. Pylori).
Poorly treated stomac.h
inflammation due to food
allergic reaction.
Prolonged starvation.
For treatment;
1.Visit a general physician
(doctor).
2. Take your treatment
seriously.
3. Avoid the triggers.