Negative effects and cures for the H. Pylori bacteria infection?

A significant proportion of stomach ulcers are caused by a bacteria (not virus) called Helicobacter pylori,which breaks down the protective mucus layer that lines the stomach.An ulcer is often can be diagnosed by a gastroscopy,and during this procedure a biopsy of an ulcer can be taken if there is any risk of cancer,and a special test can be performed to identify the presence of the Helicobacter pylori bacteria.Helicobacter pylori can also be detected by a test on the breath.A sample of your breath is collected in an airtight container and analyzed for the presence of waste products from the bacteria.A blood test is also available,but less accurate.If by any means the presence of this bacteria is detected,a specific course of antibiotics and anti-ulcer medication (triple therapy) can be given to eradicate the infection,heal the ulcer and in many cases,prevent a recurrence.In patience who have a negative test,or whose in early mild symptoms do not warrant performing the test,numerous medications are available to control and sometimes cure peptic ulcers.

H pylori causes ulcers in the stomach. Pain is the main symptom. Treatment is antibiotics.

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