Doctors may perform an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and help treat stomach ulcers. During the procedure, a healthcare professional inserts an endoscope through the mouth and into the ...

Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that can diagnose a stomach ulcer. A long, thin tube with a camera on the end is placed down your throat and into your stomach. If needed, treatment is also ...

An ulcer occurs when tissue in an area of the mouth, stomach, esophagus, or other part of the digestive system becomes damaged. The area gets irritated and inflamed, and creates a hole or sore. Ulcers ...