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Are peptic ulcers caused by a virus?

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No. They are caused by a few things, one of which is excessive acid production by the acid producing cells in the stomach. Another cause is frequent use of pills such as Aspirin. Another cause is infection with a type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).

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