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Have researchers found that you can get stomach ulcers from chewing gum?
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Not likely: Chewing gum usually stimulates saliva secretion which actually will neutralize acid.
Answered 4/28/2013
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No: Stomach ulcers are caused from bacteria.
Answered 5/10/2013
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