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Does h pylori cause cancer? and is it true it has no symptoms? i feel sick all the time since i've had it 9 months now.
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See below: H pylori may be asymptomatic, may cause gastritis, peptic ulcers and infrequently causes stomach cancer. It can be treated with antibiotics. Please see your doctor for proper evaluation and treatment.
Answered 7/1/2013
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