Stomach irritation by NSAIDs like aspirin is believed to be the result of ________.
A. inhibition of thromboxane A2
B. inhibition of PGI2 and PGE2
C. secretion of PGI2 and PGE2
D. None of the choices are correct.
Answer: B
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