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Is Positive H.Pylori Test With No Stomach Ulcers A Serious Cause For Concern?
Question: Hello.
I am 63 years old. In good health. Recently, I experienced a little above the belly discomfort and had some ultra sound exams done that only indicates cloudy/acid in abdomen area and the everything else is all well. I had a blood test for H-Pylori and came back positive. I was told most people are like that and since there are no ulcers anywhere not to worry, and not to bother with the triple treatment. Should I worry?
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I am 63 years old. In good health. Recently, I experienced a little above the belly discomfort and had some ultra sound exams done that only indicates cloudy/acid in abdomen area and the everything else is all well. I had a blood test for H-Pylori and came back positive. I was told most people are like that and since there are no ulcers anywhere not to worry, and not to bother with the triple treatment. Should I worry?
YYYY@YYYY
Brief Answer:
Without ulcer, no effect of H.pylori
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Yes, Without ulcers, not to worry about being positive for H.pylori.
2. It is positive normally in many people and without an ulcer, it has no effect.
3. Have good hydration and take food at regular intervals. Avoid spicy diet and stress.
4. No need to start on antibiotics for now.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
Without ulcer, no effect of H.pylori
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Yes, Without ulcers, not to worry about being positive for H.pylori.
2. It is positive normally in many people and without an ulcer, it has no effect.
3. Have good hydration and take food at regular intervals. Avoid spicy diet and stress.
4. No need to start on antibiotics for now.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thanks Dr. Feeling better already.
One more question, if Ulcer exists, does it show on an ultra sound and where? Should I continue taking Nexuim 20 or should I switch to Nixuim 40?
One more question, if Ulcer exists, does it show on an ultra sound and where? Should I continue taking Nexuim 20 or should I switch to Nixuim 40?
Brief Answer:
Nexium 20 should be adequate
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking again.
Nexium 20 should be adequate.
Ultrasound would not demonstrate any ulcers. If there is major injury, it might show. Only endoscopy can demonstrate even small ulcers or erosions.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
If you do not have any further queries, you can close the discussion and rate the answer.
Dr. Prakash HM
Nexium 20 should be adequate
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking again.
Nexium 20 should be adequate.
Ultrasound would not demonstrate any ulcers. If there is major injury, it might show. Only endoscopy can demonstrate even small ulcers or erosions.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
If you do not have any further queries, you can close the discussion and rate the answer.
Dr. Prakash HM
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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