As recently as the 1980s, the medical establishment believed ulcers to be caused by stress and an increase in gastric acidity.How has the current understanding of ulcer development changed patient treatment?

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The current understanding of ulcers is that they are caused by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, and antibiotics are now used to treat them. This has led to a significant improvement in patient outcomes and a reduction in the need for surgery to treat ulcers. Sedatives and dietary changes may also be recommended, but antibiotics are the primary treatment.

As Recently as the 1980s, the Medical Establishment Believed Ulcers