Stress also affects digestion indirectly through behavior. People under chronic stress may skip meals, overeat, consume more ...

Researchers say about three-quarters of gastric cancer cases worldwide are caused by the common bacteria Helicobacter pylori ...

A silent bacterial infection found in the stomach lining could be behind millions of future stomach cancer cases worldwide, ...

A new study projects that millions of stomach cancer cases globally could be fueled by the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.

H. pylori (Heliobacter pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects your stomach. It can damage the tissue in your stomach and the first part of your small intestine (the duodenum). In some cases it can ...

Background Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are used to manage acute peptic ulcer bleeding worldwide, they significantly reduce re-bleeding after successful endoscopic hemostasis and provide better ...

A validated scoring tool, EASE-CD, showed strong accuracy and reliability in quantifying ulcer activity in Crohn’s disease.

A capsule-sponge test may help identify patients with Barrett’s esophagus who are at low risk for dysplasia or esophageal ...

Together, stomach and duodenal ulcers are referred to as 'peptic' ulcers. These can cause considerable discomfort and are often associated with feelings of acidity and indigestion.

Canker sores are painful ulcers that occur in the mouth, including on gums. Here's a look at how to deal with them.