Ulcers are open sores or erosions that develop in the lining of the stomach or small intestine, also known as the digestive ...

Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) is a common disorder, whose complications can result in hospitalization and death. Small studies have suggested that patients who have comorbid conditions have excess ...

The organism Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is known to be the causative factor in many ulcers occurring in, or just out-side, the stomach. It has also been associated with an increased risk of ...

Symptoms of peptic ulcer disease commonly include epigastric pain, postprandial pain and nocturnal pain, pain that can wake the patient from sleep, and pain relieved by food or antacids.

While the evidence is mixed, it is clear that the relationship between alcohol use and stomach ulcers, or peptic ulcers, is complex. There’s little evidence to suggest that alcohol directly ...

Ulcers are a painful symptom of Crohn’s disease. Doctors can help you manage them with medical treatment. Lifestyle factors may also help. Crohn’s disease involves inflammation of the ...

Muslims with stomach ulcers can fast safely during Ramadan by avoiding spicy, acidic, and processed foods while consuming slow-digesting, nutrient-rich meals. Staying hydrated, eating in moderation, ...