Gastric Ulcer
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A gastric ulcer is a sore or open lesion that forms in the inner lining of the stomach, when the mucosa's defenses weaken against digestive acid.
Common symptoms: It usually presents with burning or pain in the upper abdomen, a feeling of fullness, nausea, or discomfort that changes with meals.
Common causes: Among the associated factors are certain stomach infections and the prolonged use of anti-inflammatory drugs, in addition to stress and smoking as aggravating factors.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies and follows up on this condition; at times the endoscopist or the general surgeon takes part, and in children the pediatric gastroenterologist. If you notice persistent stomach discomfort, it's advisable to discuss it with a digestive health professional.
Data on 1,345 doctors who treat gastric ulcer
Which specialist treats gastric ulcer?
Gastric ulcers are treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive system, with support from an endoscopist for diagnosis and a general surgeon if surgery is needed; a general practitioner can be your first point of contact. See a specialist if you have persistent abdominal pain or heartburn.
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Doctors specialized in gastric ulcer
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Frequently asked questions
What is gastric ulcer?
A gastric ulcer is a sore or open lesion that forms in the inner lining of the stomach, when the mucosa's defenses weaken against digestive acid.
Which doctor treats gastric ulcer?
Gastric ulcers are treated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive system, with support from an endoscopist for diagnosis and a general surgeon if surgery is needed; a general practitioner can be your first point of contact. See a specialist if you have persistent abdominal pain or heartburn.