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Are gastric ulcers incurable?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Usually not: There are rare cases of retractable peptic ulcer disease requiring surgery, but most are curable with ppi, avoidance of nsaids and treatment of hpylori if present.

Answered 5/3/2014

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