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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.

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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Springsteen returned to the road this January, months after postponing a handful of U.S. shows last year to deal with a peptic ulcer.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2024

Springsteen announced in September he was pausing his tour, citing doctor’s advice as he recovered from peptic ulcer disease.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 26, 2024

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have postponed the remainder of their 2023 tour dates, citing Springsteen’s ongoing treatment for peptic ulcer disease.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 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

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

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