Peptic Ulcer Disease
Open sores on the stomach or duodenum lining, often caused by H. pylori infection or NSAID use, causing burning stomach pain.
Also known as: stomach ulcer, gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer.
Category: Gastrointestinal
Drugs labeled for Peptic Ulcer Disease
19 medication ingredients list an association with peptic ulcer disease in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease
The following symptoms have been associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Black Stools
Dark, tarry stools that usually indicate bleeding in the upper digestive tract....
Hematemesis
The vomiting of blood....
Nausea
A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Upper Abdominal Pain
Pain in the upper central area of the abdomen, which can be related to the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or ga...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Peptic Ulcer Disease
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Peptic Ulcer Disease. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
H. Pylori Igg Testing
This stool test is used to help diagnose H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) bacteria infections and/or to determi...
H. pylori Test
Detects Helicobacter pylori infection associated with ulcers and gastritis....
Occult Blood Fecal Test
This test, also known as a FIT or iFOBT, detects the presence of occult (hidden) blood in fecal matter....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Peptic Ulcer Disease, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Stomach Cancer
Cancer of the stomach lining, which can cause abdominal pain, nausea, and unintended weight loss....
Zygomycosis
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for vomiting blood, black tarry stools, or severe sudden abdominal pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peptic Ulcer Disease?
Peptic Ulcer Disease is a health condition described in medical literature. Open sores on the stomach or duodenum lining, often caused by H. pylori infection or NSAID use, causing burning stomach pain.
What are the symptoms of Peptic Ulcer Disease?
Peptic Ulcer Disease is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Black Stools, Hematemesis, Nausea, Poor appetite, Upper Abdominal Pain. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Peptic Ulcer Disease diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Peptic Ulcer Disease include CBC with Differential, H. Pylori Igg Testing, H. pylori Test, Occult Blood Fecal Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Peptic Ulcer Disease, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.