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Stomach ulcers, once thought to be entirely a product of spicy food or high stress, are now known to be caused by bacteria (Helicobacter pylori ). How has ulcer treatment changed because of this new knowledge?
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In the case of stomach ulcers, it was initially thought to be caused by spicy food or high stress. However, recent discoveries have shown that the actual cause is a bacteria known as Helicobacter pylori. Show more…
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a. How does a stomach ulcer form? b. How could you prevent a stomach ulcer from forming in your stomach? a. a. When the serosa layer of stomach ruptures and does not reform, an open wound is formed. It may be caused by bacteria b. Ulcers can be prevented by eliminating ingesting items that cause degradation of the mucus lining like foods that irritate the stomach. b. a. When the mucus lining of the stomach ruptures and does not reform, an open wound is formed. It may be caused by a virus. b. Ulcers can be prevented by eliminating ingesting items that cause degradation of the mucus lining, like foods that irritate the stomach. c. a. When the mucus lining of the stomach ruptures and does not reform, an open wound is formed. It may be caused by bacteria. b. Ulcers can be prevented by ingesting items that will increase the acid content of the stomach. d. a. When the mucus lining of the stomach ruptures and does not reform, an open wound forms. It may be caused by bacteria. b. Ulcers can be prevented by eliminating ingesting items that cause degradation of the mucus lining, such as foods that irritate the stomach.
Why did scientists initially think it was unlikely that a bacterium caused peptic ulcers?
What type of organism is responsible for most stomach ulcers? If the ulcers are detected early, how can they be treated?
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