H.pylori Infection Flashcards
1
Q
What is H.pylori?
A
Gram negative helical shaped bacteria
2
Q
How can it be tested for?
A
Urea breath test
Stool antigen test
3
Q
How is a H.pylori infection managed?
A
Triple therapy
- PPI
- clarithromycin
- amoxicillin/metronidazole
4
Q
How is a H.pylori infection followed up?
A
Retest after a month
5
Q
What medication should be stopped a week before a test?
A
PPI