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ulcer
[ uhl-ser ]
noun
- Pathology. a sore on the skin or a mucous membrane, accompanied by the disintegration of tissue, the formation of pus, etc.
- any chronically corrupting or disrupting condition, element, etc.
ulcer
/ ˈʌlsə /
noun
- a disintegration of the surface of the skin or a mucous membrane resulting in an open sore that heals very slowly See also peptic ulcer
- a source or element of corruption or evil
ulcer
/ ŭl′sər /
- A break in the skin or a mucous membrane, such as the one lining the stomach or duodenum, accompanied by inflammation, pus, and loss of tissue.
ulcer
- An inflamed open sore on the skin or mucous membrane . An ulcer may form in the inner lining of the stomach or duodenum , interfere with digestion , and cause considerable pain.
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Other Words From
- anti·ulcer adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of ulcer1
Word History and Origins
Origin of ulcer1
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Example Sentences
The fight, initially scheduled for July, was postponed in May on medical advice after Tyson suffered from a stomach ulcer flare-up which he has now revealed was more serious than it first appeared.
The fight was postponed in the summer when Tyson suffered a stomach ulcer; the Brooklyn fighter feared he might die.
The event was originally planned for July 20 but was rescheduled to Nov. 15 after Tyson had an ulcer flare-up.
It can also cause painful ulcers on skin.
It’s not uncommon to see people in the park with multiple festering ulcers on their arms and legs — one of the side-effects of tranq.
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More About Ulcer
What does ulcer mean?
An ulcer is a sore on the skin or on a mucous membrane, such as the lining of your stomach. If left untreated, ulcers can result in serious health problems, such as inflammation or death of tissues.
Ulcers in the stomach are fairly common in Western countries. They are generally easy to treat but can become serious if not treated.
Example: The doctor discovered that an ulcer was causing my stomach pain.
Where does ulcer come from?
The first records for the word ulcer come from around 1350. It ultimately comes from the Latin ulcus, meaning “a sore or ulcer.”
The most common variety of ulcer is the peptic ulcer, which occurs in the stomach or small intestine. Symptoms of ulcers include nausea, heartburn, and pain.
Ulcers by themselves are not usually serious and can easily be cured with antibiotics. However, if not treated, they can lead to more serious problems, such as holes in the stomach tissue or infections.
It was once thought that ulcers were caused by stress or acids. Today we now know that ulcers are caused by bacteria or as a side effect of certain medicines, such as aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs.
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- antiulcer (adjective)
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How is ulcer used in real life?
Ulcers are not fun at all and will result in a trip to the doctor.
Anyone have some helpful remedies for an ulcer? Cuz I feel like I'm gonna die but can't go to the doctor 😞
— s h e l b z Δ (@shelbydee6) June 11, 2020
Just saw a doctor about a possible ulcer who told me to avoid coffee and alcohol. :( So then I promptly went to Starbucks.
— Richelle Mead (@RichelleMead) May 1, 2015
Ulcer pain!!!Terrible,worst 😭😭🤮
— FALI-YOUR JEWELRY VENDOR⛓ (@mz_deruntee) June 13, 2020
Try using ulcer!
True or False?
A peptic ulcer is a sore in your stomach.
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