What is H. pylori?
- pylori, or Helicobacter pylori, is bacteria that causes gastritis and peptic ulcer disease. H. pylori infection is common and usually it does not cause ulcers or any other symptoms. However, these germs can cause sore, known as ulcers in the lining of upper part of small intestine or stomach after living in the digestive track for several years. In severe cases, H. pylori infection can also lead to stomach cancer. H. Pylori test positive means that you are infected with the bacteria and need immediate medical attention to cure the disease and prevent bacteria from causing further damage.
For consultation regarding H. Pylori treatment or any other gastrointestinal issue, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology, today and get an appointment with the best gastroenterologist in Bahrain.
Our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches, for your convenience. We also offer exclusive packages and privilege cards for additional benefits- to provide affordable yet exceptional healthcare services to all our patients.
- pylori Causes
- pylori infection is caused by bacteria living in the stomach, and major H. pylori causes include contaminated water and food. Poor hygiene conditions, untreated water and fecal contamination are some of H. pylori causes- rendering H. pylori contagious. The bacteria are also passed from one individual to another, through direct contact with vomit, stool, or saliva. As the bacteria can spread through kissing, crowded conditions, and handshake if hands are not washed properly – all the conditions make H. pylori contagious.
- pylori Symptoms
- pylori infection or ulcer causes burning or dull pain in the belly- that might come and go; however, it is usually felt when the stomach is empty. It usually lasts from a few minutes to hours, and the patient feels better after eating, drinking, or taking medication. Other common H. pylori symptoms include
- Burping
- Bloating
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Loss of weight without reason
More serious H. pylori symptoms are:
- Black, dark red or bloody stool
- Trouble in breathing
- Fainting or dizziness
- Feeling tired without reason
- Vomit with blood
- Sharp and severe stomach pain
If you are having any of the above-mentioned symptoms, consult an expert gastroenterologist at the earliest. For early diagnosis and treatment of H. pylori and other gastrointestinal diseases, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology. Our representatives are also available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches.
- pylori Cancer Symptoms
While some of the patients might never feel symptoms of H. pylori at all, others might get stomach ulcers, and in severe cases, also stomach cancer. H. pylori mainly causes inflammation in stomach lining, that would heal and later might come back with more inflammation. The cycle continues and contact cell regeneration might lead to stomach cancer over time.
Symptoms of stomach cancer usually appear during the last stages, there are no early signs. However, paying close attention to your health and getting regular checkups with expert gastroenterologist might increase the chances of early diagnosis and successful treatment.
Some of the common symptoms of stomach cancer are
- Abdominal discomfort or pain
- Indigestion, heartburn, or ulcer-like symptoms
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting and nausea
- Swelling and bloating in abdomen
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Not being able to eat much, or feeling full after small portion of meals
- Black or bloody stool
Please note that these symptoms might or might not be linked to cancer, if you are having any of these for more than two weeks, consult an expert gastroenterologist at the earliest and get proper diagnosis.
For consultation regarding H. Pylori, stomach cancer or any other gastrointestinal issue, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology, today and get an appointment with the best gastroenterologist in Bahrain. Our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches, for your convenience.
Click here more information regarding gastrointestinal disorders– by Dr. Suresh Daivasikamani – Consultant Gastroenterologist (Al Hilal Hospital, Bahrain).
Can H. pylori be cured?
Once H. pylori has been diagnosis, the patients’ concern is: can H. pylori be cured?
- pylori treatment mainly includes use of two different antibiotics at once, to prevent bacteria from developing resistance of any one antibiotic. In addition, other medicines are also used to help the stomach in healing. These usually include:
- Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
- Histamine (H-2) blockers
- Bismuth subsalicylate
Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Gasteroenterology
If you are having symptoms of H. pylori, or any other gastrointestinal disease, consult an expert gastroenterologist at the earliest. At Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Gastroenterology, we have highly qualified and experienced doctors, modern equipment, and state-of-the-art laboratories, to provide early detection and treatment options for all the patients.
Contact Al Hilal Hospital, and get consultation with the best gastroenterologist in Bahrain for H. pylori and all other gastrointestinal diseases. For your convenience, our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches. We also offer exclusive packages and privilege cards for additional benefits, to provide affordable yet exceptional healthcare services to all our patients.
