peptic ulcer

American  

noun

Pathology.

1. an erosion of the mucous membrane of the lower esophagus, stomach, or duodenum, caused in part by the corrosive action of the gastric juice.

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peptic ulcer British  

noun

1. pathol an ulcer of the mucous membrane lining those parts of the alimentary tract exposed to digestive juices. It can occur in the oesophagus, the stomach, the duodenum, the jejunum, or in parts of the ileum

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Etymology

Origin of peptic ulcer

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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peptic ulcer

Yet last year, this rock ’n’ roll faith leader stepped away from his pulpit when a bout with peptic ulcer disease forced him off the road amid fears that he’d lost his ability to sing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2024

Last month, Bruce Springsteen announced that he was was postponing his September tour dates due to a peptic ulcer, which is a type of sore in the stomach lining or small intestine.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2023

“Bruce Springsteen has continued to recover steadily from peptic ulcer disease over the past few weeks and will continue treatment through the rest of the year on doctor’s advice,” the message read.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2023

The Boss, who last week celebrated his 74th birthday, is “steadily recovering” from peptic ulcer disease, a press release read.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 27, 2023

I made the diagnosis of "peptic ulcer" and treated him with good results.

From Blood Brothers A Medic's Sketch Book by Sam Rohlfing

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