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I had h. pylori 5 years back i took the treatment. recently i took test . now h pylori is negative. i am taking nexum daily. if not taken feel pain?

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Talk to your doctor: Even though the h. Pylori is negative and you are taking nexium, (esomeprazole) you should not have pain. This may prompt your gastroenterologist to suggest a repeat endoscopy to investigate further.

Answered 8/29/2015

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