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Can a gastric/duodenal/esophageal ulcer cause chronic middle back pain and fatigue/tiredness?
12 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes, sure can!: An ulcer in any of these places can cause back pain and fatigue. Other causes are possible, too. So treat the ulcer. If the back pain and fatigue does not go away, then get checked for other possible reasons.
Answered 11/1/2015
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Intestinal ulcers: esophageal ulcers tend to cause chest and upper abdominal pain. Gastric ulcers depending on location can cause upper abdominal and per umbilical pain. Duodenal ulcers can cause mid abdominal pain that radiates to the back. As the ulcer heals the pain should subside.
Answered 7/10/2015
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YES: They can also bleed!!! Get that checked out ASAP Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 6/17/2017
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Gastric: It can certainly cause fatigue and tiredness but less likely to cause middle It is time to see your doctor about this.
Answered 7/19/2015
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