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H. pylori are able to survive in stomach acid because they produce enzymes (special proteins) that neutralize the acid. This mechanism allows H. pylori bacteria to enter the stomach and make their way to the "safe" area - the protective mucous lining of the stomach wall. When the bacterium is in the mucous lining of the stomach, the body's natural defenses cannot reach it. The immune system will respond to an H. pylori infection but will not be able to kill the bacteria since they are hidden in the stomach lining. The immune system will keep sending infection fighters to the infection site and H. pylori will feed on the nutrients provided by the body, allowing them (the bacteria) to survive in the stomach environment.
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What exactly is thought to cause stomach ulcers?
An infection called h. Pylori
How are H. pylori peptic ulcers treated?
H. pylori peptic ulcers are treated with drugs to kill the bacteria, drugs to reduce stomach acid, and drugs to protect the lining of the stomach.
What is Hpilouri?
I think you mean H. Pylori or Heliocobacter Pylori. They are peptic ulcers found in the stomach.
Which condition may be caused by an infection with H. pylori?
stomach ulcers
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 is the Relationship between helicobacter pylori and gastro oesophageal reflux disease?
Biochemistry is related to stomach ulcers because a smaple of blood can be taken to look for Helicobacter Pylori which in the majority of cases causes stomach ulcers and this sample of blood is sent of to Biochemistry.
Can kids get stomach ulcers?
Yes; ulcers are caused by the H. pylori bacterium which can certainly occur in children.
What are some symptoms of h pylori infection?
Symptoms include heartburn and dark tarry stools. H pylori is the most common cause of stomach ulcers, so if you think you have this you should definitely contact your doctor.
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 H. pylori?
Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium that lives in the mucous tissues that line the digestive tract. Infection with H. pylori is the most common cause of duodenal ulcers.
What is the most common cause for stomach ulcers?
The most common cause of stomach ulcers ( peptic ulcers ) is the destruction of the gastric or intestinal mucosal lining of the stomach by the action of hydrochloric acid ( an acid normally present in the digestive juices of the stomach.
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.
