A patient with peptic ulcer complains of severe duodenal pain. Which of the following treatment options is most likely to relieve this pain?

A. Administration of cholinergic drugs
B. Administration of histamine H1-receptor antagonists
C. Administration of calcium channel blockers
D. Administration of food


Answer: D

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