10 Common Causes of Stomach Ulcers
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #4: Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a condition which can cause the stomach to produce more acid than is necessary. Not only can this interfere with digestion but it can contribute to the development of peptic ulcers.
A number of other symptoms can accompany the condition, such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Fortunately, this syndrome is responsible for less than 1% of most reported stomach ulcers.
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