Diseases of the stomach and duodenum affect the upper part of your digestive system. The stomach breaks down food, while the duodenum is the first segment of the small intestine. When either organ becomes irritated or damaged, you may experience pain, nausea, or other digestive issues. Common conditions include stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining), and duodenitis (inflammation of the duodenal lining).
You may notice one or more of the following signs if your stomach or duodenum is affected:
Several factors can lead to stomach and duodenal diseases:
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The ICD-10 code for other specified diseases of the stomach and duodenum is K31.8.
"Unspecified disease" indicates that more diagnostic tests-such as endoscopy-are needed to pinpoint the exact condition.
Stomach ulcers (gastric ulcers) form in the stomach lining, while duodenal ulcers occur in the first part of the small intestine (duodenum).
ICD-9 codes are an older set of medical classification codes used before 2015; they have since been replaced by the more detailed ICD-10 system.
Stress itself doesn't directly cause stomach or duodenal diseases, but it can exacerbate symptoms like pain, indigestion, and nausea.
To reduce your risk of duodenitis, eat smaller, more frequent meals, limit alcohol, quit smoking, and use pain relievers sparingly or under medical supervision.
With the right combination of medication and dietary changes, many patients experience relief within a few days to a week.
Yes. Our office provides safe, minimally invasive endoscopy to diagnose and sometimes treat stomach and duodenal issues.
Yes. Untreated ulcers can lead to bleeding, perforation, or scarring, which may require emergency care or surgery.
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