A 45-year-old male presents with epigastric pain that is relieved by food. This clinical feature is most characteristic of which condition?
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Correct answer: Duodenal ulcer
Pain from duodenal ulcers typically occurs 1 to 3 hours after meals and is classicly relieved by food or antacids. In contrast, pain from gastric ulcers is often exacerbated by eating.
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