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What is the best way to treat h. pylori after using the h. pylori kit and the result is still positive?

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Answered 1/21/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

A second line antibiotic combination therapy is most of the time used based on previous results and tolerability. Your treating gastroenterologist remains your best reference at this point.

Answered 1/24/2022

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