
Ulcer
An ulcer is a break in the skin that extends through all its layers, or a break in the membrane lining the alimentary tract that fails to heal and may also be inflamed.
There are several different types of ulcers including:
(See pages about specific types of ulcers using the links above.)
More about the Digestive System:
This section includes pages about:
- Introduction to the Digestive System
- Terminology about Digestion
- Passage through the alimentary tract
- Component Parts of the Digestive System, incl. Teeth, Stomach, Liver, Small Intestine, Large Intestine
- Chemical Processes in the Digestive System (introductory level)
- Diseases and Disorders of the Digestive System
For further information see also our pages of books about gastroenterology.