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Ulcer
An ulcer is a discontinuity or a break in a body membrane that impedes the normal functioning of the organ of which that membrane is a part. Ulcers are further classified by their location. Ulcers are usually caused by infections, excessive acid production, stress, and overuse of NSAIDs.
How long it usually lasts:
Medium-term (lasts weeks to months)
How common is it?
Common
Body locations
Abdomen
Ulceration
Condition
Peptic ulcer
Condition
Diabetic ulcers
Condition
Ulcerative colitis
Condition
Duodenal ulcer
Condition
Corneal ulcer
Condition
Rectal ulcer
Condition
Leg ulcers
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