H. pylori is a type of bacteria that lives in the stomach and causes numerous symptoms that can occur in people of any sex and age. H. pylori infection is a major cause of stomach cancer in the future. The symptoms that show you a sign of H. pylori infection include:
- Bad breath
- Frequent burping
- Loss of appetite and early satiety
- Bloating and indigestion
- Epigastric pain
- Intermittent chronic pain in the stomach
These symptoms may seem usual, but they are not. H. pylori infection increases the risk of developing stomach cancer by up to 8 times compared to those who are not infected.
How can we detect “H. pylori Infection”?
The Urea Breath Test can detect infection by taking a urea tablet and measuring the level of carbon dioxide in your exhaled breath. This procedure takes only 20 minutes and is accurate, simple, safe, and painless.
For more information, please contact
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Center, Vejthani Hospital
Call: (+66)2-734-0000 Ext. 2960, 2961, 2966
English Hotline: (+66)85-223-8888
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