Conclusion
Stomach or peptic ulcers are common in our society, with one out of ten people [17] developing it at a point in life. They are painful sores that develop in the stomach, esophagus and small intestine as a reaction to acids and bacteria infection. Stomach ulcers have a low-death risk; however, they may progress into life-threatening conditions if left untreated.
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