A peptic ulcer is an open sore or raw area that develops in one of two places - either the lining of the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine.

Sep 20, 2010 - Jill Douglass

Peptic ulcer disease is a condition that involves upper abdominal discomfort.

Dec 7, 2008 - Anthony Lee

Millions suffer from stomach ulcers, the primary cause of which is the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. Mastic gum has proven an alternative therapy for this carcinogen.

Sep 28, 2009 - Marlene de Wilde

Gastric and duodenal ulcers were long thought to be the cause of stress and spicy foods until Helicobacter pylori was discovered.

Jul 19, 2007 - Judy Arbique

Peptic ulcers can become a serious condition if not treated early. But you may have a peptic ulcer and not know it.

Mar 5, 2012 - Sandra Markcrow

Stomach ulcers can be treated with changes in diet, internal cleansing practices, and yoga postures to compliment medical treatment. Try restorative asanas.

Jun 30, 2010 - Laura Susan Henry

Holidaymakers often suffer acute diarrhoea. Causes include diet changes, stress and food poisoning. Diarrhoea treatments and simple precautions can alleviate the problem.

May 20, 2009 - Wendy A.M. Prosser

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month Learn what it is, the causes and treatments for this condition.

Mar 4, 2011 - Megan Abrams

Symptoms of pulmonary embolism include chest pains, shortness of breath and coughing. Pulmonary embolism is caused by a blood clot in the lungs.

Mar 4, 2011 - Sharon Kirby

High potassium can cause death if not properly and quickly treated. Could your diet or medications be the culprit?

Jan 2, 2012 - Annette Phillips

Conjunctivitis, a.k.a. pink eye, is an inflammation of the mucous membrane surrounding the eye. Here are common causes of and treatments for pink eye.

Nov 25, 2011 - Tami Port

Macular dystrophy is a genetic disorder that causes the cornea to become cloudy and a person to progressively lose their sight.

Jul 19, 2010 - Alicia Mae Prater

Cats may develop dull coats for a number of reasons, many of which are easily treatable.

Feb 28, 2012 - Jennifer Copley

Acid reflux is the burning sensation described as heartburn. Learn how conditions, foods and habits contribute to this treatable condition.

Jun 2, 2010 - Maryann Gromisch

What are the causes and signs of Histrionic Personality Disorder? How is this mental illness diagnosed and treated? And what's the prognosis for HPD?

Apr 7, 2010 - Aimee Larsen Stoddard

This section discusses the current proposed causal explanations of schizophrenia.

Jan 20, 2012 - Rudy Hatfield

The pancreas makes many enzymes and hormones that are essential to life, but pancreatic cancer will disrupt the gland's function and lead to death.

Oct 11, 2011 - John Howe

Millions of women suffer from endometriosis, a painful condition that may result in infertility. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Aug 16, 2011 - Alaina Coyle

Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer most commonly brought on by asbestos exposure.

Apr 27, 2011 - Karren Bennett