Gastroenterology
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a type of bacteria that infects the stomach lining and can cause gastritis, ulcers, and sometimes stomach cancer if left untreated.
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Your doctor may recommend the test if you have symptoms like upper stomach pain, bloating, nausea, loss of appetite, or frequent heartburn.
There are several methods—stool test, breath test, blood test, or endoscopy with biopsy. Your doctor will choose the best one for your condition.
Yes. You may need to stop antibiotics, acid-suppressing medicines (like omeprazole), or bismuth a few days before testing, as they can affect the results. Always follow your doctor’s advice.
Most tests, like the stool or breath test, are simple and painless. Only the endoscopy-based test may cause slight discomfort, and it’s done under local or mild sedation.
A positive test means H. pylori infection is present. Your doctor will prescribe a combination of antibiotics and acid-reducing medicine to clear the infection.
Reinfection is uncommon but possible. Completing the full treatment and maintaining good hygiene—like washing hands and eating properly cooked food—can reduce the risk.
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