Infection by Helicobacter pylori bacteria is a major cause of:
a. duodenal ulcers.
b. Cushing's ulcers.
c. Curling's ulcers.
d. stress ulcers.
A
Infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria is a major cause of duodenal ulcers. A stress ulcer is an acute form of peptic ulcer that often accompanies severe illness, systemic trauma, or neurological injury. Stress ulcers that develop as a result of burn injury are often called Curling's ulcers. Stress ulcers associated with severe head trauma or brain surgery are called Cushing's ulcers.
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