Medical articles of Helicobacter pylori

01/04/2025
Dr Carlo Nunes
Gastroenterologist
Severe indigestion: Causes, symptoms and when to seek help
Severe indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a common digestive issue that can cause significant discomfort. While mild cases are often harmless and short-lived, persistent or severe indigestion may indicate an underlying medical condition that requires attention.
18/12/2024
Dr Aathavan Loganayagam
Gastroenterologist
What happens if Helicobacter pylori goes untreated?
H. pylori look like little curved rods with a bank of structures called flagella at one end. The flagella beat like arms to propel the bacteria around the stomach. Around 40% of the UK population are infected by the germ and in approximately eight to nine out of ten people who have it, it does not cause any symptoms. However, if you do have it, is it curable? Here, London gastroenterologist Dr Aathavan Loganayagam explains.
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17/01/2018
Professor Stuart Bloom
Gastroenterologist
Peptic ulcers: your questions answered by an expert
Top gastroenterologist Professor Stuart Bloom answers 6 questions you need to know the answers to about peptic ulcers. Discover the connection between stomach ulcers and helicobacter pylori.
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19/12/2017
Professor Stuart Bloom
Gastroenterologist
Helicobacter pylori – ask an expert!
Discover the secrets of H. pylori in our interview with top gastroenterologist Dr Stuart Bloom.
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09/11/2017
Written by Top Doctors
5 gut conditions you need to know about
There’s a lot going on inside the human body! Of all the systems working away inside us, the digestive system is one of the most complex and essential. However, there are many things that can go wrong inside us. Here are 5 digestive problems you need to know about!