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Ulcers

Stomach disease or trauma
Stomach disease or trauma

Definition

   

An ulcer is a crater-like lesion on the skin or mucous membrane.


Considerations

   


Common Causes

   

Ulcers can be caused by an inflammatory, infectious, or cancerous condition.


Home Care

   


Call your health care provider if

   


What to expect at your health care provider's office

   


 
Review Date: 10/28/2008
Reviewd By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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