Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenal ulcers are open sores occurring in the upper section of the small intestine (duodenum). They are caused by stomach acids, which bread down the intestinal lining, which results in swelling or an ulcer.
Common causes of duodenal ulcers include bacteria in the stomach and regular use of certain medications, for example, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or combinations of other drugs with NSAIDs.
Symptoms of duodenal ulcers include burning stomach pains, heartburn, a feeling of fullness, nausea, and an intolerance to fatty foods. The risk of duodenal ulcers developing may be reduced by avoiding certain medication, lifestyle and dietary changes (for example, eating less spicy food and stopping smoking), and avoiding drinking alcohol.
Treatment of duodenal ulcers may involve medication to reduce acid production, promote healing, neutralize stomach acid, protect the stomach lining, and kill the bacteria causing the ulcer. Drug classes often used to treat duodenal ulcers include drugs for peptic ulcer and gastro-esophageal reflux disease/GERD, H2 antagonists, proton pump inhibitors/PPIs, and combinations for treatment of Helicobacter pylori.
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