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peptic ulcer

Syllabification: (pep·tic ul·cer)
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Definition of peptic ulcer

noun

  • a lesion in the lining (mucosa) of the digestive tract, typically in the stomach or duodenum, caused by the digestive action of pepsin and stomach acid.

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