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Overview
Overview
An ulcer is an open sore or lesion of the skin or mucous membrane. Ulcers can occur anywhere in the gastrointestinal tract, from the lining of the mouth to the lining of the rectum. This article refers to ulcers that develop in the stomach and the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). Duodenal ulcers are more common than stomach ulcers, which also are called gastric ulcers. Duodenal ulcers are usually benign. Stomach ulcers may be a sign of gastric cancer. The m...Read the full article 
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