A peptic ulcer is an inflamed area in the stomach lining that can cause pain, nausea, and loss of appetite. This occurs when the protective lining of the stomach or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine) is damaged and the acid in the stomach or digestive fluids from the pancreas cause inflammation and possibly even an open sore.

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A Peptic Ulcer Is

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A peptic ulcer is

A) an enlarged esophagus due to excessive eating.
B) an enlarged small intestines due to eating hot foods.
C) an inflamed lung that can cause difficulty breathing.
D) an inflamed area in the stomach lining that can cause pain,nausea,and loss of appetite.

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