A 29-year-old Englishman is seen in the office with complaints of pain in his chest and belly.He has been suffering the pain for 2 weeks and gets temporary relief from Alka-Seltzer¨.The burning pain wakes him at night and radiates up to his chest.Which factor favors a diagnosis of gastric ulcer?

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The fact that the patient gets temporary relief from Alka-Seltzer suggests that the pain is related to excess stomach acid, which is a common symptom of gastric ulcers. The other factors, such as gender, age, and ethnic origin, do not necessarily favor a diagnosis of gastric ulcer.

A 29-Year-Old Englishman Is Seen in the Office with Complaints