Key Words of This Topic
- Peptic ulcer: an inflamed or worn-away sore on the inner surface of an organ
- Gastritis: swelling and irritation of the inner lining of the stomach
- Hydrochloric acid: the strong acid the stomach releases to digest food
- Duodenum: the first part of the small intestine
- Helicobacter pylori: a bacterium that can infect the stomach
- Lactose intolerance: the body being unable to digest milk products
- Inflammation: a part of the body becoming swollen, red and sore
- Acidic juice: the digestive juice in the stomach that contains acid
- Pesticide: a poisonous chemical sprayed on crops and vegetables to kill pests
- Sleeplessness: staying awake when one should be asleep