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  • Symptoms of a stroke

    Symptoms of a stroke include drooping on one side of the face, weakness in the arm and slurred speech. Call 999 if you think someone's having a stroke.

  • Recovering from a stroke

    Find out more about recovering from a stroke. The injury to the brain caused by a stroke can lead to widespread and long-lasting problems.

  • Support after a stroke

    Find out more about getting the help and support you need after having a stroke.

  • Diagnosing a stroke

    Strokes are usually diagnosed through blood tests, scans and other tests. Doing this may also show what caused it.

  • Causes of a stroke

    Find out about the causes of a stroke and how you can reduce the risk.

  • Stomach ulcer - Treatment

    Read about the main treatments for stomach ulcers, including antibiotics and medications to reduce the amount of acid your stomach produces.

  • Stomach ulcer - Symptoms

    Read about the main symptoms of a stomach ulcer and when you should seek medical advice.

  • Stomach ulcer - Diagnosis

    Read about how stomach ulcers are diagnosed, including tests for H. pylori bacteria and a procedure to look inside your stomach called a gastroscopy.

  • Stomach ulcer - Complications

    Read about the main complications of stomach ulcers, including internal bleeding, a split in the stomach (perforation) and a blockage in your digestive system.

  • Stomach ulcer - Causes

    Stomach ulcers are usually caused by H. pylori bacteria or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).