What is Helicobacteriosis?

Description of the disease

Helicobacteriosis is an infectious disease of the gastrointestinal tract caused by the bacterium Helicobacter pylori. This bacteria can survive in the acidic environment of the stomach and can cause various diseases such as gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastritis, and even stomach cancer.

Classification

• Gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori
• Gastric and duodenal ulcers
• Stomach cancer

Symptoms

• Pain in the epigastric area
• Heartburn
• Belching
• Nausea and vomiting

Causes

The main cause of the disease is contact with infected people or consumption of contaminated food or water.

Diagnostics

Laboratory tests, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, X-ray of the stomach, and other methods are used for the diagnosis of helicobacteriosis.

Treatment

Treatment includes antibiotics, drugs to reduce stomach acid, and probiotics.

Prevention

• Observance of hygiene rules
• Drinking only clean water and consuming only fresh food
• Avoiding contact with infected people

Doctor

Gastroenterologist is involved in the treatment of helicobacteriosis.