Stomach ulcers can be an incredibly painful and distressing condition. While many people experience stomach pain from time to time, understanding the specific symptoms related to ulcers is crucial for ...

Dull or burning pain between your belly button and your breastbone is common with stomach ulcers. Symptoms like burping, vomiting, and feeling uncomfortable after a meal are also possible. A stomach ...

Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) isn’t as common as it once was, but it’s still something to take seriously. These ulcers—open sores in the lining of the stomach and small intestine—can cause significant ...

Your morning coffee, that pain reliever you take after a workout, even the way you handle a stressful day at work – these seemingly innocent parts of your daily routine might be setting you up for a ...

An unexpected find leads to better treatment for the painful condition. Dec. 25, 2009— -- In 1984, 33-year-old Barry Marshall, frustrated by responses to his work, ingested Helicobacter pylori, ...

Black, tarry stool (melena) often signals bleeding in the upper digestive tract-not just food. Early recognition can prevent serious complications.

Bruce Springsteen postponed shows to get treatment for symptoms of the disease. By Dani Blum Bruce Springsteen announced on Wednesday night that he would be postponing September shows because he is ...

Sarah Bradley is a writer with six years of experience creating personal essays, reported features, and content related to health and parenting topics. Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified ...