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What is the definition or description of: perforated ulcer?
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Perforated ulcer: A perforated ulcer usually refers to an extreme erosion in the lining of the stomach which can actually perforate the wall if the stomach and spilling acidic gastric juices into the abdominal cavity.
Answered 12/24/2012
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Hole In the Gut: A perforated ulcer is an area of the stomach or intestine that has eroded through the wall, exposing what's normally inside the stomach and intestines to the inside of the belly, and often causing significant pain and swelling, as well as bleeding. It is a medical emergency.
Answered 1/26/2013
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