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Had an endoscopy 1.5 mos ago. good results, only some gastritis and + h.pylori. i was + h.pylori 6 years ago but no ulcers. do i still ned antibiotics?

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Yes: If you have a test which is positive for h. Pylori infection, taking antibiotics to eradicate it is important. H pylori is a carcinogen and even if ulcers are not present now they can form in the future.

Answered 5/30/2017

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Treat the H.pylori: H.Pylori status is checked with the intention of treating the infection to eradication, when found. If persistent or recurrent, please ask your doctor to prescribe a drug combination different than your initial regimen--your h.Pylori may be resistant to the first antibiotics used. Untreated h.Pylori may increase your risk of ulceration as well as of stomach cancer.

Answered 6/19/2020

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