Peptic ulcer
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| Peptic ulcer | |
|---|---|
| Term | Peptic ulcer |
| Short definition | an erosion in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine, usually caused in part by the corrosive action of gastric acid |
| Type | Medical term |
| Specialty | General |
| Language | English |
| Source | AMA |
| Comments | |
Peptic ulcer (definition) an erosion in the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine, usually caused in part by the corrosive action of gastric acid
==Peptic ulcer (overview)==