Certified Gastroenterology RN Exam Prep

Answer - D - Duodenal ulcers usually occur between the ages of 30-50 years, while gastric ulcers occur more likely in people over the age of 60. Gastric ulcers also occur more likely in women than men.

The classic symptom of a duodenal ulcer is pain when the stomach is empty, or usually two-five hours after a meal, therefore the risk for weight gain is higher than with a gastric ulcer (where the pain is immediately felt after eating.) Lastly, duodenal ulcers are usually benign.