Doctors used to consider that ulcers were caused by stress
or eating foods with too much acid. We know that's not true. Most ulcers are
caused by an infection. The infection is caused by a bacterium (germ) called Helicobacter
pylori, or H. pylori for short. Acid and other juices made by the stomach can
contribute to ulcers by burning the lining of the digestive tract. This can
occur if the body produces too much acid or if the lining of the digestive
tract is damaged in some way. It is possible that physical or emotional stress
does not necessarily cause an ulcer, but may aggravate if you have one.
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| More stress |
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| Too much acid foods |
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| Helicobacter
pylori bacterium |
Ulcers can also be caused by anti-inflammatory drugs.
Although most people take these medicines without problems, it is possible that
the long-term use can damage the stomach lining and cause ulcers.
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| Anti-inflammatory drugs |
Anti-inflammatory drugs include aspirin, ibuprofen,
naproxen , ketoprofen and
some prescription drugs for arthritis.
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