The primary causes of duodenal ulcers include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A) Consumption of spicy foods
B) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
C) H. pylori infection
D) Trauma
E) Side effects of antibiotics

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and H. pylori infection are well-established primary causes of duodenal ulcers. Consumption of spicy foods, trauma, and side effects of antibiotics are not primary causes.

The Primary Causes of Duodenal Ulcers Include Which of the Following