Stomach ulcers occur when digestive acids damage your stomach lining. Treatment may include antibiotics, home remedies, or surgery, depending on the underlying cause. Stomach ulcers, also known as ...

In older adults, acetaminophen use is associated with serious complications, according to a study published online No ...

Peptic ulcers are a fairly common problem. According to the US National Institute of Health, people stand a 5 to 10 percent ...

If you experience bloating, flatulence, or sudden loss of appetite, it may mean that your gut needs attention. Gastritis, ...

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[5] Misoprostol is used for the prevention of aspirin- or NSAID-induced gastric ulcers in persons with a high risk for complications from gastric ulcer disease. Safety and efficacy is not ...

In 1982, two Australian physician-scientists discovered a spiral-shaped bacterium whose form not only dictated function, but ...

Peptic ulcers are open sores that occur when the protective mucosal (mucus) layer in the lining of your stomach or small intestine becomes damaged. This causes the stomach acid to tear into the ...

Helicobacter Pylori Testing Market. The global Helicobacter pylori testing market is poised for remarkable expansion, with ...

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 ...