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Which microorganism is responsible for most peptic ulcers?

  1. Helicobacter pylori
  2. Escherichia coli
  3. Streptococcus mutans
  4. Candida albicans
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Correct answer: A. Helicobacter pylori

  • A. Correct. Helicobacter pylori is the principal cause of peptic ulcer disease (along with NSAID use).
  • B. E. coli causes urinary/GI infections, not peptic ulcers.
  • C. S. mutans causes dental caries.
  • D. Candida causes fungal infections, not peptic ulcers.

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