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A year ago i tested positive for h-pylori have similar symptoms but tested negative this time what could it be ?

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Dr. Tonya Fordham answered

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Need a doctor: The test could of been a false negative or a gastritis not from this particular Bacteria. I hope you feel better soon.

Answered 5/3/2015

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A member asked:

A year ago i tested positive for h-pylori have similar symptoms but tested negative this time what could it be ?

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Dr. Tonya Fordham answered

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