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Peptic ulcers may be caused by hyperacidity or the pathogen?
Peptic ulcers can be caused by hyperacidity or by the bacteria H. pylori.
What is Hpilouri?
I think you mean H. Pylori or Heliocobacter Pylori. They are peptic ulcers found in the stomach.
What is H-pylori?
Helicobacter pylori is the organism found responsibile for the majority (95%) of duodenal (peptic) ulcers.
How is cimetidine useful in treating peptic ulcers?
Cimetidine is a H-2 blocker. It is used to lower the acidity of the stomach when treating peptic ulcers caused by H. pylori
Can sunburns cause peptic ulcers?
I don't think so. Ulcers are generally caused by the bacteria H. pylori.
Most gastric ulcers are caused by the bacterium called what?
H. pylori is the bacteria associated with peptic ulcer disease and gastric cancer.
What is the cause of helicobacter pylori disease?
There is no disease called as helicobacter disease. Helicobacter pylori infection is associated with peptic ulcers. Means both gastric or duodenal ulcers. This infection can be cured by course of antibiotics.
What is helicabacter?
Helicobacter is a genus of bacteria that can infect the stomach lining, leading to conditions like gastritis and peptic ulcers. The most well-known species in this genus is Helicobacter pylori, which is a common cause of stomach ulcers.
What percent of ulcers cause by H pylori can be cured with antibiotics?
Over 90% of peptic ulcers can be healed with antibiotics AND cessation of the offending agent. The top two promoters of ulcers are 1) alcohol and 2) smoking.
What is the condition usually caused by Helicobacter pylori infection?
H. pylori has been shown to be the main cause of ulcer disease, and has revolutionized the treatment of peptic ulcer disease. It also is believed to be linked to various cancers of the stomach.
Can you die from having h pylori?
While Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection is not typically fatal, it can lead to serious gastrointestinal conditions, such as peptic ulcers and gastric cancer, if left untreated. Most people with H. pylori do not experience severe symptoms and can be effectively treated with antibiotics and acid-reducing medications. However, in rare cases, complications from these conditions can lead to life-threatening situations. It is important to seek medical attention if symptoms such as severe abdominal pain or gastrointestinal bleeding occur.
How has the scientific understanding of the cause of peptic ulcers changed in recent years?
Changes in the approach to peptic ulcers is not so recent but has been evolving over the last 10-15 years. Before, all stomach ulcers were thought to be caused by a combination of stress and too much stomach acid. Now, though, doctors believe the bacteria H-Pylori causes a large percentage of peptic ulcers, stomach acid, and reflux.
