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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jonel Aleccia

Bruce Springsteen has peptic ulcer disease. Doctors say it's easily treated

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Bruce Springsteen announced Thursday that he’s postponing a slate of concerts in September on the advice of doctors who treating him for peptic ulcer disease.

Fans who aren’t familiar with this common and potentially serious gastrointestinal problem may wonder how it could sideline The Boss, who turns 74 later this month. Here’s what to know about the disease:

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