The "Class I carcinogens" hidden in the stomachs of 800 million Chinese people are hard to guard against!

800 million Chinese prisoners

Occupies half of the world's stomachs

What people call "super bacteria"

More than 30 years ago, it was not taken seriously by many scientists.

More than 30 years later, with his "outstanding achievements"

Identified as a Class I carcinogen by international authorities

He is Helicobacter pylori!

His talent for disguise is his survival secret

Even if he is entangled

Most people don't notice

Even if you often have belching and bloating

Acid reflux and loss of appetite can also be mistaken for minor, chronic illnesses.

Until gastritis and peptic ulcer occur

He gradually revealed his true colors

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The breath test is simpler than blowing up a balloon.

(13C, 14C urea breath test)

Serum Hp antibody test

Fecal Helicobacter pylori antigen test

Any of the 3 tests

Can make him reveal his true colors

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Proficient in the skills of taking advantage of opportunities

It is an important guarantee for his "reproduction"

Even if he is discovered, he is very cunning.

Shared utensils

Chew food before feeding your baby

Not washing hands after using the toilet

Once he sees an opportunity, he may take advantage of it.

Although it is difficult to treat adults with strong immunity

But for the elderly and children

He is "easy to grasp"

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How to avoid this cunning superbug

Requires awareness of the carrier

More vigilance is needed for vulnerable groups

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Knowledge point: In what situations is Helicobacter pylori infection suspected?

If you often experience acid reflux, belching, abdominal pain and bloating, or suffer from chronic gastritis, it is recommended to get checked.

Which department should I go to for examination?

Gastroenterology

How to check?

13C, 14C urea breath test, simple and easy:

Go to the hospital on an empty stomach, take a capsule orally, sit quietly for a while and blow, and the results will be available in half an hour.

A positive result means infection.

One person in the family tested positive, and it was recommended that others also get tested.

Is annual review necessary?

People who do not have digestive tract diseases and are not at high risk of gastric cancer do not need annual checkups. If conditions permit, they can be checked once every two years.

Can garlic, toothpaste, etc. kill Helicobacter pylori?

No, just listen to your doctor and get the standard treatment.

How to prevent Helicobacter pylori?

1. Don’t feed your child by mouth.

2. Do not share tableware with others. It is recommended that each person in the family has an exclusive set of tableware.

3. Disinfect tableware regularly.

4. When dining out, try to use disposable tableware and serving chopsticks.

5. Wash hands before meals and after defecation.

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