Taking Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory With A Steroid Patch
Patients who regularly take a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, such as a COX-2 inhibitor, may be prone to stomach ulcers. New research has found that the acid-reflux drug Nexium may help reduce the risk of developing an ulcer.
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