Did You Know!
Some “Ulcers” Are Caused by Bacteria, Not Acid
For decades, doctors believed ulcers were mainly caused by stress or spicy food. But many are actually due to a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori.
This discovery completely changed how ulcers are treated.
Why this is eye-opening:
- The bacteria can live in harsh stomach acid
- It can silently infect people for years
- Treatment often involves antibiotics—not just antacids
