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Can Taking Marijuana Before H.pylori Test Cause Any Problems?
I am going for an H. pylori test in a couple weeks and wondered if I smoke or ate marijuana, would it alter my results? In other words, will I be able to use marijuana during the two weeks before my test as long as I don't smoke it four hours before my appointment?
Fri, 9 May 2014
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For H Pylori commonly used tests are rapid urease test and culture after biopsy. Marijuana use do not interfere with the test result. But inform your physician regarding its use.
Same time for health purpose it better to stop marijuana use as both marijuana smoking and H Pylori increases acidity.
Wishing you good health and all the best.
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Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
For H Pylori commonly used tests are rapid urease test and culture after biopsy. Marijuana use do not interfere with the test result. But inform your physician regarding its use.
Same time for health purpose it better to stop marijuana use as both marijuana smoking and H Pylori increases acidity.
Wishing you good health and all the best.
www.99doctor.com
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