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After an a bleeding ulcer 2 years ago what causes constant acid in your stomach 24/7?

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ulcer: what causes acid is specific cells in your stomach. but you can take Prilosec OTC once or twice a day and this will suppress the amount of acid your making, and help control gastritis, or GERD symptoms.

Dr Kress agreed

Answered 6/11/2015

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