A WOMAN who put a "harmless" ulcer on her tongue down to being busy and run down began to feel concerned when a few months later it was still there. Helen Keough noticed a new ulcer had appeared ...

Peptic ulcer disease is a common digestive disorder in which acid and digestive enzymes cause the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum) to erode. A peptic ulcer ...

Stomach ulcers, medically known as peptic ulcers, develop when the protective lining of the stomach or small intestine becomes compromised. While initial symptoms might seem manageable ...

The clinical features, etiology, and treatment of recurrent aphthous ulcers (RAU) are discussed. Aphthous ulcers are among the most common oral lesions in the general population, with a frequency ...

Medical experts warn that stomach ulcers, painful sores that develop in the stomach lining, require proper medical treatment to prevent serious complications. Medical specialists explain that ...

Mastic gum is available in health food stores under the name Mastika, and 1g should be taken each day for two to four weeks. While H. pylori is undoubtedly an important factor in peptic ulcer ...

What is a pressure ulcer or bedsore? A pressure ulcer, or bedsore, is an area of skin - and sometimes also the tissue underneath - that has become damaged because of pressure. An ulcer may develop ...

Gargling is a simple and remarkably effective way to kill germs and soothe a sore throat. Try one of these homemade sore throat remedies. Sore throats are one of the worst symptoms of a cold. In ...

Helen Keough noticed a new ulcer had appeared underneath her tongue in summer last year. The 44-year-old project manager believed the painful sore was caused by being 'busy and run down' but began to ...

Here’s how it works. I find myself really appreciating the true value of a great running watch when I wonder how runners used to track distance, pace, and heart rate before the advent of sports ...