Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) in Hattiesburg, MS
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H. pylori (short for Helicobacter pylori) is a certain type of bacteria from the stomach that mostly impacts the digestive system. Most patients do not get sick from it. In the event you develop signs of ulcers, you will want to get tested for H. pylori infection. If left untreated, H. pylori infection can lead to stomach ulcers by attacking the inner lining of the stomach that protects you from stomach acid. H. pylori can cause irritation and eventually lead to stomach cancer if not treated. If you are having uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain, you could have H. pylori infection and should reach out to an expert GI professional in Hattiesburg, MS for an examination. You can consult with an expert GI specialist near you at Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC.
What are the symptoms of H. pylori infection?
Helicobacter pylori typically enters our bodies from food and unclean water or dirty utensils. It is more typical to find H. pylori in countries or locations that have poor water quality and septic systems. However, it is possible for anyone to be exposed to the bacterium. You could also become infected by coming into contact with an H. pylori-positive person's saliva or other bodily fluids. If H. pylori infects your body, you might experience the below symptoms:
- Frequent burping
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- A burning sensation in the abdomen
- Appetite loss
- Bloating
- Unintentional weight loss
- Abdominal pain on an empty stomach
Schedule an appointment with your GI specialist at Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC if you have any of the above-mentioned symptoms or if you have strong abdominal pain, black or bloody stool, and/or vomit.
How is H. pylori treated?
The most common treatments to combat H. pylori are meant to eradicate the bacteria while also alleviating the symptoms of the infection. Treatments for H. pylori infection with our Hattiesburg, MS team include a regimen of two or more antibiotics to lessen the chances of the bacteria developing a resistance to the drugs used. The treatment protocol for the symptoms includes antacids and additional methods to prevent acid reflux and allow the stomach lining to heal.
Protect your health against H. pylori
In the event you experience any of the uncomfortable symptoms listed above, you should contact a local GI specialist as soon as possible to be checked for gastrointestinal issues such as H. pylori infection. If you're looking for an expert GI physician in your area, trust the physician-led team at Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC. Our gastrointestinal specialists work hand-in-hand with patients to administer comprehensive care with a gentle touch, helping them go back to living healthy lives. Contact one of our offices for more information about H. pylori treatment in Hattiesburg, MS and how we can help you.
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I really appreciate Dr. Susie Wallace for helping me understand some of my problems. I love her personality and great sense of humor thanks a it for explaining everything.
Very informative and professional. Extremely knowledgeable and very helpful to my concerns. I was very comfortable in his presence. And all the assistants were nice and polite. I can definitely recommend him to my family and friends.
World class service and care!
I went to Hattiesburg GI for a 2nd opinion after suffering with numerous GI issues for 30+years since childhood. I saw Erin the nurse practitioner who immediately made me feel super comfortable. She was so nice and did not make me feel rushed and took time to actually listen to me and didn't make me feel like "just another patient" but somebody who mattered and that she really wanted to help. The Dr. I had been seeing since relocating to MS nearly 2yrs ago is nice but my chronic Illnesses and many GI conditions are difficult to treat and often many things do not always work which can be very frustrating for Dr.'s. I think many times they forget how frustrating it is for the person living each day with all of the illnesses. Erin came up with a plan right away and even mentioned something that had never been discussed with me in the over 30+ years that I've been sick each day. I was so excited leaving their office and finally had hope that maybe this would work and grateful that I'd been listend to by someone who was genuinely friendly and not fake nice. I will be happily calling this my new GI Dr. Office! 🙂
Staff is always pleasant and welcoming. My last visit went great. I would recommend Dr. Morissette to anyone needing GI attention.
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