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Wednesday, November, 11, 2009

Persistent Upper Back Pain

Health Encyclopedia: Peptic Ulcers Symptoms

Symptoms


Dyspepsia. The most common symptoms of peptic ulcers are known collectively as dyspepsia. Peptic ulcers can occur without dyspepsia or any gastrointestinal symptoms, especially when caused by NSAIDs. Dyspepsia may be persistent or recurrent and can encompass a variety of problems in the upper abdomen, including the following:

  • Pain or discomfort.
  • Bloating.
  • A feeling of fullness. (People with severe dyspepsia are unable to drink as much water or other beverages as people with mild or no dyspe...
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Health Guide

Urinary Tract Infection: Symptoms
...systems, or a history of relapsing or recurring UTIs.)An increased need to urinate at night.Chills and persistent fever (typically lasting more than 2 days).Pain in the flank (pain that runs along... Read more »
Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease: Symptoms
...stones or sludge obstruct the duct. The symptoms are similar to those of biliary colic but are more persistent and severe. They include the following:Pain in the upper right abdomen is severe and... Read more »
Kidney Stones: Symptoms
In many cases, kidney stones do not produce symptoms. However, if a stone becomes stuck in the ureter (the thin tube between the bladder and the kidney), symptoms can be very severe. Often,... Read more »
Acid Reflux Symptoms
...or it could also be an indication of serious esophageal damage or abnormalities.Chronic sore throat.Persistent hiccups.Coughing and Respiratory Symptoms. Asthmatic symptoms like coughing and... Read more »
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