Question

Name the bacterium responsible for causing peptic ulcers.

Answer 1

Ulcer:

1. These are sores that are observed in the lining of the esophagus, sometimes, these ulcers are observed in the stomach which is called peptic ulcer.
2. Ulcers are named based on the regions where they are found, such as ulcers in small intestines are called duodenal ulcers.
3. These ulcers are caused most often by the bacteria called Helicobacter pylori.
4. Stomach pain is the initial sign of ulcers.