Jenny lauper

H. Pylori Causes

Helicobacter pylori bacteria is spread through saliva and fecal contamination, that is why H. pylori infection rate is high in the third world countries.

H. pylori bacteria infection is associated with low grade inflammation of the duodenum and stomach.

The exact cause or mode of transmission of the H. pylori infection is not yet clear. However, these bacteria are contagious. H. pylori bacteria can be spread through fecal contamination and via saliva; unhygienic conditions may be a breeding ground for these bacteria.

This explains why the rate of H. pylori infection is so high in under-developed countries and poorer socio-economic groups, which are characterized by crowded living conditions, a lack of clean water and poor sanitary conditions. In addition, food preparers, who do not follow hygienic protocol, can be a potent source of infection.

A person living with or in direct contact with someone suffering from the H. pylori infection can be at a risk of getting the infection.

The majority of people get infected with H. pylori bacteria in their childhood. After being ingested, H. pylori bacteria spreads through the body. It burrows through the protective mucosa membrane that lines the stomach, attaching itself to the deeper layers of the stomach, wherein it can reside for a long time without causing any symptoms.

H. pylori bacteria enters the human body through the mouth and then passes into the digestive system. The stomach and gastric acid are actually a hostile environment for many bacteria. However, H. pylori bacteria is very well adapted for surviving in the stomach. It produces an enzyme, which through a series of biochemical reactions, builds a low-acid buffer zone for itself and remains unaffected by the gastric acids.

In many people, this bacteria doesn’t show any symptoms. However, in some people it may cause abdominal pain, anemia, chest pain, heartburn, acid reflux, bloating, frequent burping, nausea and vomiting. If the infection continues, H. pylori bacteria can even lead to weight gain, sleep disorder, anxiety, sinus problems, migraines, fatigue and skin problems, such as urticaria.

It’s recommended that a person consult his physician as soon as he/she experiences any symptom associated with H. pylori infection.

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