stomach ulcer
noun
a peptic ulcer occurring in the stomach.
stomach ulcers
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pluralof stomach ulcer.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Misoprostol was initially approved by the FDA for stomach ulcers and is routinely prescribed off-label to induce labor, treat postpartum hemorrhage, and prepare the cervix for IUD insertion.
From Slate ● May 18, 2026
And the agency says it has shown promise in detecting scent signatures linked to stomach ulcers, and infectious and inflammatory diseases, among other things.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 17, 2026
The animals are treated with a mix of antibiotics, gastroprotectants to address stomach ulcers, and bagged fluids to help stabilize the kidneys.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2025
The method was illustrated in samples of the COVID-19 virus and helicobacter bacteria that cause stomach ulcers.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 5, 2024
I don’t know what Mother is, but we all know it’s more than just stomach ulcers.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
