Review Note

Why does peptic ulcer disease develop, and what role do gastric and upper small intestinal secretions play in its pathogenesis?
A) Peptic ulcers develop due to the digestive action of gastric juices and upper small intestinal secretions on the mucosa
B) Peptic ulcers form when the body produces too much mucus, preventing acid neutralization
C) Peptic ulcers are caused by insufficient acid production in the stomach, leading to bacterial overgrowth
D) Peptic ulcers occur due to a deficiency of digestive enzymes that protect the stomach lining

A.