Meaning of "ulcer" in English

An ulcer refers to a sore or lesion that forms on the skin or mucous membrane, often resulting from the disintegration of tissue. The most common types are peptic ulcers, which occur in the stomach or duodenum, and can cause pain or discomfort in the abdomen. Ulcers can also appear on the skin or mouth, and might be caused by infections, prolonged pressure, or other underlying health conditions. They often require medical attention to prevent further complications or infections.

Meaning of "ulcère" in French

An "ulcère" in French refers to a sore that forms on the skin or mucosal surface, characterized by the disintegration of tissues. Just like in English, the most common are peptic ulcers, known as "ulcères gastroduodénaux," which are found in the stomach lining or the beginning of the small intestine. These ulcers can cause abdominal pain, indigestion, and sometimes bleeding. They can be caused by infections (such as H. pylori), stress, or prolonged use of certain medications like NSAIDs. Medical treatment is often necessary to manage ulcers effectively.

Pronunciation of "ulcer" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈʌlsər/

Pronunciation Variations: In American English, it is pronounced with a slightly longer "r" sound, while in British English, the "r" is softer and less pronounced. The "u" in ulcer is pronounced like the "u" in "up."

Pronunciation of "ulcère" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /yl.sɛʁ/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation is more nasal. The "ul" is pronounced with a close rounded front vowel, similar to the "ü" in German. The final "r" is softer and is not rolled.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The doctor diagnosed him with a stomach ulcer.
    (Le médecin lui a diagnostiqué un ulcère à l'estomac.)

  2. She has been suffering from a mouth ulcer for several days.
    (Elle souffre d'un ulcère buccal depuis plusieurs jours.)

  3. Stress is known to contribute to the development of ulcers.
    (Le stress est connu pour contribuer au développement des ulcères.)

  4. He needed surgery to treat the bleeding ulcer.
    (Il a eu besoin d'une intervention chirurgicale pour traiter l'ulcère hémorragique.)

  5. The medication helped heal the peptic ulcer.
    (Le médicament a aidé à soigner l'ulcère peptique.)

  6. Smoking can increase the risk of developing ulcers.
    (Fumer peut augmenter le risque de développer des ulcères.)

  7. She underwent a series of tests to find the cause of the ulcer.
    (Elle a subi une série de tests pour trouver la cause de l'ulcère.)

  8. He applied a soothing gel to relieve the pain from the ulcer.
    (Il a appliqué un gel apaisant pour soulager la douleur de l'ulcère.)

  9. An untreated ulcer can lead to more serious health issues.
    (Un ulcère non traité peut entraîner des problèmes de santé plus graves.)

  10. Certain foods can irritate a stomach ulcer and should be avoided.
    (Certains aliments peuvent irriter un ulcère à l'estomac et doivent être évités.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ulcer" in English

Synonyms: sore, lesion, wound, abrasion, canker, blister, boil, eruption, carbuncle, abscess

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: inflammation, infection, irritation, breakage, breach

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "ulcère" in French

Synonyms: plaie, lésion, blessure, abcès, ampoule, canker, inflammatoire, éruption, érosion, ulcération

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: inflammation, irritation, fissure, irritant, infection

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