Show 1,3,4,5 What is the most commonly reported symptom in someone with peptic ulcer disease?The most common peptic ulcer symptom is burning stomach pain. Stomach acid makes the pain worse, as does having an empty stomach.
What's the most common complication of peptic ulcer?Internal bleeding is the most common complication of stomach ulcers. It can happen when an ulcer develops at the site of a blood vessel. The bleeding can either be: slow, long-term bleeding, leading to anaemia – causing fatigue, shortness of breath, pale skin and heart palpitations (noticeable heartbeats)
What are the clinical signs and symptoms of peptic ulceration?These symptoms include epigastric pain that worsens with eating, postprandial belching and epigastric fullness, early satiety, fatty food intolerance, nausea, and occasional vomiting [2,5].
What are complications of peptic ulcer disease?Complications of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) include bleeding, penetration, perforation, and gastric outlet obstruction. This topic will provide an overview of the complications of PUD and their general management.
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