Which of the following is a mechanism involved in healing ulcers?

A. Increase of gastric acidity
B. Enhancement of mucosal defenses
C. Reduction of gastric acidity
D. Reduction of gastric acidity and enhancement of mucosal defenses
E. None of these


Answer: D

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