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What are common sites for pressure ulcers?
The most common sites of pressure ulcers are the buttocks, hips, and heels
Which structures are the most common sites for ulcers?
Gastric (stomach) ulcers, Duodenal (small intestine) ulcers, and the skin.
What is an ulsor?
An ulcer is a discontinuation of a membrane,. The most common are mouth ulcers. There are also internal ulcers such as a peptic ulcer or IBD.
Where are 2 most common sites for ulcers?
Small intestine (duodenal) and stomach (gastric)
Is having several duodenum ulcers common?
No, duodenal ulcers are rather common. In fact, duodenal ulcers are much more common than gastric (stomach) ulcers, and are commonly found in a condition called peptic ulcer disease (PUD).
Is stomach ulcer heardity problem?
For the most part no. Sometimes stomach cancer can cause ulcers, and this can be somewhat linked to hereditary (though most causes of gastric cancer are environmental). But most cases of gastric ulcers are due to environmental factors. The most common cause of stomach ulcers is a bacterial infection with H. pylori, and this can run in families because they contaminate each other, but it isn't due to heredity. Second most common cause of stomach ulcers is chronic use of NSAIDs, such as ibuprophen. This too is not linked to heredity.
What are the most common forms of pdas?
The most common forms of PDAs are Smartphones, palm PDAs and pocket PCs.
What are the four common forms of precipitation?
The four most common forms of precipitation are;rainsleetsnowand hail
What are Shin Ulcers?
Shin ulcers are ulcers that are located on the shin. An ulcer is an eroded area of skin that has disintegrated tissue (Answers.com). Shin Ulcers are generally either caused by bacterial infection or diseases. Ulcers are common for all age groups, but are more common in adults. Shin Ulcers can be temporary, or they can go away over time. There are some medications that can relieve pain and treat the ulcers.
Which NSAID is most likely to cause ulcers?
Aspirin is the NSAID that is most likely to cause ulcers.
Why are social workers likely to ge an ulcer?
Due to the stress they are under. Business and law are the most common professions to get ulcers.
What is the most common cause for stomach ulcers?
The most common cause of stomach ulcers ( peptic ulcers ) is the destruction of the gastric or intestinal mucosal lining of the stomach by the action of hydrochloric acid ( an acid normally present in the digestive juices of the stomach.
