Bogota Free Planet CommentsWill you get an ulcer this Christmas?Posted by Dr. Gifford Jones on Aug 30, 2010 at 10:58 PM
Peptic ulcer, Duodenal ulcer During this hectic festive season do partygoers face an increased risk of developing a peptic ulcer? Many people will suffer from headaches and gastritis after overindulging. But can too many martinis, rich foods and stress trigger a duodenal ulcer? As the holiday season begins it’s time to separate fact from fiction. Contrary to popular belief most peptic ulcers do not occur in the stomach. 75 per cent start in the duodenum, the U-shaped uppermost part of the small bowel, into which the stomach empties. The majority of ulcers range from the size of a pea to a 25 cent coin. And males are twice as likely to develop one. More...Post a Comment to: Dr. Gifford JonesNext entry: What You Should Know About I.B.S. Previous entry: Don't Love Your Liver Too Late Note from the Editor: This section is for comments from readers of bogotafreeplanet.com. Please don't assume that Bogota Free Planet agree with or endorses any particular comment just because we let it stand. A reminder: Anyone who fails to comply with our terms of use may lose his or her posting privilege. |
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