What is Helicobacter pylori infection?

Helicobacter pylori infection occurs when a type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori infects the stomach. Many people are infected with Helicobacter pylori, but in most cases this infection does not cause any problems and does not cause any symptoms. However, in some people, Helicobacter pylori infection leads to symptoms and problems that include: - Open ulcers that occur on the stomach or duodenum... The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine... - **Gastric cancer** These conditions sometimes cause pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen, nausea or vomiting.... Doctors still cannot understand why Helicobacter pylori infection leads to problems in some people while others do not.... What are the symptoms of Helicobacter pylori infection?... Most people with Helicobacter pylori develop Helicobacter pylori infection in people who have no symptoms... It can be seen... Common symptoms These wounds can include the following: - Pain or discomfort in the upper abdomen Feeling full after eating a small amount of food - Not feeling hungry - Nausea or vomiting - Dark or tarry stools Feeling more tired than usual Of course, it should be said that not all ulcers are caused by Helicobacter pylori infection... For example, stomach ulcers may be caused by taking some painkillers... But if you have any of the symptoms mentioned above, you should definitely see a doctor... Is there a test to diagnose Helicobacter pylori infection? Yes, doctors can perform various tests to diagnose Helicobacter pylori infection. These tests can include the following: - Blood test - Breath test - In this test, after giving a special liquid to the patient to drink, the substances in the person's breath are measured... - Tests that check stool for Helicobacter pylori infection... Biopsy - For this test, the doctor takes a small piece of stomach tissue and then examines the tissue under a microscope... During endoscopy, the doctor performs a biopsy... In endoscopy, the doctor can examine the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and esophagus. Check the tithe.. Should everyone be tested for Helicobacter pylori infection?.. You should be tested for Helicobacter pylori infection if you have any of the following symptoms: - **stomach ulcer** or duodenum - Having a wound in the past - in case of **stomach cancer** - If you have taken anti-inflammatory drugs or aspirin for a long time How is Helicobacter pylori infection treated? Helicobacter pylori infection can be treated with medication. Most people need to take 3 types of medication (or more) for 2 years. These medications can include: - Medications to reduce the amount of stomach acid - These medications can help treat the infection and heal the wound. - Help heal wounds - Preventing recurrence of wounds - Reduce the possibility of getting ulcers or cancer It is important to follow all of your doctor's instructions about using the medications as carefully as possible.... What happens after treatment?... After treatment, most people will need follow-up tests to check if the Helicobacter infection has gone away.. - Breath test - Tests to check the stool sample - Upper endoscopy with biopsy In most cases, Helicobacter pylori infection is cured... but sometimes this infection is not cured.... People who still have Helicobacter pylori infection after a certain period of treatment may need to take more drugs... > > Performing endoscopy and colonoscopy in the office without bleeding and pain and with the most advanced equipment available > > To schedule an appointment, you can call 051 (38704066) every day.... > > Office address: Mashhad, Kausar Blvd., between Kausar 2 and 4 - Farabi Building - 2nd floor **Gastroenterologist in Mashhad** ==================================== **\*Gastroenterologist in Mashhad\***