A 35-year-old member asked:
I have h pylori negative, could i still have an ulcer if i haven't got this infection?
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Dr. Moshe Dekelanswered
Gynecology 49 years experience
Yes, But...: Theoretically yes, do you have any symptoms?
The stomach lining is protected by mucus which is 99% water, are you drinking 8 lasses per day?
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Dr. Ali Saberianswered
Internal Medicine 22 years experience
Yes: medications like NSAIDS-ibuprofen, naprosyn (naproxen) aren big culprits as is alcohol, purging-forced vomitting, and other foods like verity spicy foods repeatedly, caffeine-slot of coffee daily, and severe stress. I agree water is key also for you to drink.
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Last updated Mar 5, 2018
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