Duodenal Ulcer
A duodenal ulcer is a lesion or sore that forms in the lining of the duodenum, the first portion of the small intestine just after the stomach. It appears when the mucosa that protects that area from digestive acid is damaged.
Common symptoms: Pain or burning in the upper abdomen, which may improve or worsen when eating, along with a feeling of fullness, nausea, or belching.
Common causes: It is frequently associated with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori and with the prolonged use of certain anti-inflammatory drugs.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist studies the digestive tract and, when it's necessary to view the mucosa from the inside, the endoscopist takes part; the internist supports the follow-up, and an acute episode may go through the emergency department. If the abdominal pain is persistent, the prudent step is to have a professional evaluate its source.
Data on 79 doctors who treat duodenal ulcer
Specialties that treat duodenal ulcer
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in duodenal ulcer
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Frequently asked questions
What is duodenal ulcer?
A duodenal ulcer is a lesion or sore that forms in the lining of the duodenum, the first portion of the small intestine just after the stomach. It appears when the mucosa that protects that area from digestive acid is damaged.
Which doctor treats duodenal ulcer?
Duodenal Ulcer is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, endoscopist, gastroenterologist, general practitioner, internist, pediatrician, emergency physician, bariatric surgeon, oncologist, general surgeon, pediatric gastroenterologist.