H pylori test: for a pathogenic bacteria that colonizes the gastric tissue. If present, this would explain your gastric symptoms and hyperacidity. Loose stools could be from antibiotics. Your doctor can do a simple 5 minute breath test for H pylori. Avoid dairy and salad to help diarrhea. Some Kaopectate (kaolin and pectin) might alleviate diarrhea. Hope this helps.
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