US Medical Term · conditions
Peptic Ulcer
Úlcera péptica
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Peptic Ulcer |
| Spanish (Español) | Úlcera péptica |
| Chinese (中文) | 消化性潰瘍 |
| Korean (한국어) | 소화성 궤양 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Loét dạ dày tá tràng |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Peptic Ulcer |
| Portuguese (Português) | Úlcera péptica |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | แผลในกระเพาะอาหาร |
| Japanese (日本語) | 消化性潰瘍 |
What it means
A peptic ulcer is an open sore that develops on the inner lining of the stomach, upper small intestine, or esophagus. Most peptic ulcers are caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria or long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or aspirin. Symptoms include burning stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and in severe cases vomiting blood or passing dark stools. Treatment typically involves antibiotics to eradicate H. pylori and acid-suppressing medications such as proton pump inhibitors. Avoiding NSAIDs, alcohol, and smoking helps healing. Untreated ulcers can lead to serious complications such as bleeding or perforation.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been diagnosed with a peptic ulcer and want to know what is causing it.
Me han diagnosticado una úlcera péptica y quiero saber qué la está causando.
Do I need to be tested for H. pylori bacteria as part of my ulcer treatment?
¿Necesito que me hagan una prueba para la bacteria H. pylori como parte del tratamiento de mi úlcera?
Which medications should I avoid to prevent my ulcer from getting worse?
¿Qué medicamentos debo evitar para que mi úlcera no empeore?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
K27 Peptic ulcer, site unspecifiedRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026