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How do peptic ulcers differ from the condition known as GERD?

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Which food items are significant sources of zinc in the diet?
 a. Shellfish, meat (especially organ meats), dairy products, and legumes
  b. Citrus fruits (especially grapefruit), leafy green vegetables, apples, and cherries
  c. Broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and spinach
  d. Grain and cereal products including pasta, rice, and oats



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Peptic ulcers, a collective term for ulcers that occur in the mucosal lining of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum, can occur when gastric juice erodes areas of the mucosal lining in any of these areas. Most (80) ulcers are caused by a small, spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Although most ulcers are caused by H. pylori, irritants such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (aspirin and ibuprofen) and alcohol can cause them as well. Therapies, including antibiotics to address the underlying bacterial infection and acid-blocking medications, help to promote healing.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) results when the unprotected lining of the esophagus is repeatedly exposed to gastric juice. The primary cause of GERD is the relaxation of the gastroesophageal sphincter, which enables the stomach contents (chyme) to move from the stomach back into the esophagus, or what is referred to as reflux.

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