Table of Contents
- Overview
- Prevention
- Images
An ulcer is a crater-like lesion on the skin or
Considerations
Common Causes
Ulcers can be caused by inflammation or infection. Some ulcers may be caused by a cancer.
Images
Stomach disease or trauma
Review Date: 10/28/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
