what would cause a child to get an ulcer
derrickM. over a year ago. Both a gastric ulcer and a duodenal ulcer can occur in children but are not as often. Most commonly, ulcers are caused by H. pylori bacterium that is contracted in childhood but rarely shows any symptoms until adulthood. Other causes are frequent use of non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs.
Canker Sores. The main cause of 1 or 2 mouth ulcers after age 5. Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease. The most common cause of multiple ulcers in the mouth. These ulcers are mainly on the tongue and sides of the mouth. Most children also have small deep blisters on the palms and soles. Due to the Coxsackie virus. It is common between ages 1 to 5 years.