Peptic Ulcer
Starting with who treats it: a peptic ulcer is evaluated mainly by the gastroenterologist, a specialist of the digestive system, with support from the general practitioner at the initial consultation and the general surgeon when complications arise.
What is it? It is an open sore that forms in the lining of the stomach or the first portion of the small intestine, where the tissue is exposed to the acid of the digestive system.
Common symptoms: It usually causes burning or pain in the pit of the stomach, a feeling of fullness, nausea, or discomfort that changes with meals.
Associated factors: It is related to certain stomach infections and to the prolonged use of some anti-inflammatory drugs, among other factors.
When should you seek care? If the digestive discomfort persists or recurs, the advisable step is to raise it with a doctor to guide its workup.
Data on 98 doctors who treat peptic ulcer
Specialties that treat peptic ulcer
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Doctors specialized in peptic ulcer
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
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. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Frequently asked questions
What is peptic ulcer?
Starting with who treats it: a peptic ulcer is evaluated mainly by the gastroenterologist, a specialist of the digestive system, with support from the general practitioner at the initial consultation and the general surgeon when complications arise.
Which doctor treats peptic ulcer?
Peptic Ulcer is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, endoscopist, gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, pediatrician, bariatric surgeon, abdominal laparoscopic surgeon, general surgeon, laparoscopic surgeon, pediatric gastroenterologist.