Stomach H. pylori bacteria

[bashmom 36]

When to see my primary doctor and the news were that after part of my stomach was removed they sent it the lab and They found H. Pylori ... What??? I have to get a big amount of antibiotics for 14 days? Somebody has a similar experience after sleeved?

[BKLYNgal87 503]

When to see my primary doctor and the news were that after part of my stomach was removed they sent it the lab and They found H. Pylori ... What??? I have to get a big amount of antibiotics for 14 days? Somebody has a similar experience after sleeved?

H. Pylori is not uncommon. Good thing they found it and now you'll get the treatment you need. H. Pylori is what causes ulcers, and those you don't want while healing from surgery!

[smjuroska 60]

Yes there are other threads related to this. Same thing happened to me. After surgery pathlogy found it. I didn't start the meds until six week after because they did not sit to well on my stomach and I needed to have food in there to keep them down. It was a pain in the butt (I hate swallowing pills!) but I trudged on through! I haven't had my follow up yet with the doc to make sure all is well. I am sure it is. Good luck to you and hope that this is just a little bump in the road and all will be well.

[Madam Reverie 2,958]

I am the queen of H Pylori infection! Gratefully, I contracted it three times whilst overseas and not, after being sleeved. As has been stated, it is a common bug to find lurking in the system and it is a bit of a pain in the bum to get rid of. Normally it's combination therapy of two-three antibiotics in the one go, plus some PPI (which you'll have been given anyway post surgery). Through personal experience, I found the Metronidazole they give you, absolutely horrid and you definitely need something in your stomach before taking it. Made me feel like I'd been bashed over the head a few times and had just eaten a bag of sick. However, it is one of those things and as long as you adhere to the plan, in two weeks you should be a-okay. They'll give you a breath test to see if the badness is still in there and then when you're clear, you're good to go! Sorry this happened to you - it is a bit miserable - but you'll be fine in no time. Just be prepared to feel a bit 'whacked out' for the first few days... and if you need help dealing with domestics, be sure to ask for it from those that care. My malaise was most acute in the first week and I kept wanting to sleep - but each to their own and everyone handles it differently. Unfortunately its a case of 'suck it and see'. You'll be absolutely fine! Hang on in there x

[bashmom 36]

Thank you for your replies. I am almost four months post surgery. Started sunday antibiotics and now have nausea, diarrhea and I think yeast infection.. I am trying to get in contact with my primary doctor for advice. :/(

[Madam Reverie 2,958]

Yeah, that's the joy of being a woman. Cannesten Combination for the thrush, food for the nausea and as for the squits? Baby-wipes!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Whoa! I'd talk to a stomach specialist first - remember your doc is a surgeon, probably very specific to the types of surgery he just performed on you (or at least I hope so). Speak to a gastroenterologist first. The antibiotics and such you are talking about can be much worse than the bacteria. It effects very few people who contract it.

I have refused antibiotics for almost two years now and I can tell you the changes, along with the weight loss and exercise, are drastic.

There is research that suggests high antibiotic use, especially among overweight individuals, hinders the diversity of gut flora needed for naturally lower obesity levels, as well as problems with mental clarity, anxiety and even symptoms that simulate or are, indeed, types of schizophrenia.

[Bethzy143 164]

When to see my primary doctor and the news were that after part of my stomach was removed they sent it the lab and They found H. Pylori ... What??? I have to get a big amount of antibiotics for 14 days? Somebody has a similar experience after sleeved?

Same exact thing happened 2 me at my 2 week follow up last week the doc said surgery went perfect the only thing was that when he went in they saw the bacteria and the part of my stomache that was removed was sent to lab and was positive for the H. Pylori i was put on the 14 days antibiotics the amoxicillan y can do no problem but the other 1 OMGGGGG never in my life have i had to take such discusting medication to top it off its a HUGE Tablet so i have to cut it 2 be able to swallow it i asked for liquids but they said it wasn't possible =( i still have 9 more days 2 go on the meds but i have the worst strep throat i've ever had and can't swallow not even Water never mind the big discusting tablet i am hopeing it won't screw up the process i'll die if i have 2 take them again YUK!!!

[bashmom 36]

OMG!!! I better contact my bariatric surgeon .,Thank you for the advice

[BKLYNgal87 503]

Whoa! I'd talk to a stomach specialist first - remember your doc is a surgeon, probably very specific to the types of surgery he just performed on you (or at least I hope so). Speak to a gastroenterologist first. The antibiotics and such you are talking about can be much worse than the bacteria. It effects very few people who contract it.

I have refused antibiotics for almost two years now and I can tell you the changes, along with the weight loss and exercise, are drastic.

There is research that suggests high antibiotic use, especially among overweight individuals, hinders the diversity of gut flora needed for naturally lower obesity levels, as well as problems with mental clarity, anxiety and even symptoms that simulate or are, indeed, types of schizophrenia.

No offense but your post is pure, unadulterated nuttery. What studies can you point to that corroberate anything you said? Quack Science journal doesn't count as a source. I work in clinical science and know nonsense when I see it.

H Pylori requires antibiotic treatment. Period. Yes Metronidazole sucks majorly as a drug - has horrible side effects - but the alternative is development of ulcers which are way worse than 2 weeks of nausea brought on by drug treatment.

[Pookeyism 1,143]

No offense but your post is pure, unadulterated nuttery. What studies can you point to that corroberate anything you said? Quack Science journal doesn't count as a source. I work in clinical science and know nonsense when I see it.

H Pylori requires antibiotic treatment. Period. Yes Metronidazole sucks majorly as a drug - has horrible side effects - but the alternative is development of ulcers which are way worse than 2 weeks of nausea brought on by drug treatment.

What does "I work in clinical science" even mean? "know nonsense when I see it"? I have two degrees associated with "clinical science", if you want to use that phrase.

Let’s flip your question, since you were rude enough to phrase it the way you did...where beyond it being established as traditional treatment, do you feel you have research do disqualify that? I LOVE when people establish "I’m this" or "I’m that" then use it to smugly dismiss qualified advice....DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH if you can't be polite. It is out there. Because you choose not to look for it does not qualify your statement as correct.

It is estimated that 10-15% of people who develop the bacteria will develop the ulcers. The need to examine what may have led to you having it (anti-inflammatory steroids are thought to be an issue and should be discontinued). There are too many things to consider before taking a round of aggressive antibiotics. I suggest you look beyond the internet for your information, it is strongly suggested in the "clinical sciences".

Why would you even word yourself such? What do you have to gain by hacking a post with behavior like that?

How rude - and why try to dissuade someone from seeing a specialist?

I will let you know in advance I only responded because I still urge the bashmom to see a specialist. If you want to continue you will have to go play with your dolly in your own corner. many of the people on this forum are aware of the quality of advise I give, and I need prove myself to no one...you take it or you don't.

bashmom - anyone else really - avoid antibiotics if you can. Flat. It's not tomfoolery. See a specialist to be sure if you need to be on antibiotics. There are several eradication treatments to be used, if it is determined you need antibiotics. They do not always have to be taken in long 14 day sessions. There is strong evidence one coctail and then another may be even more helpful, and used in a 4-day/3-day cycle. There is nothing in our understanding of this bacteria that is so concrete.

[bashmom 36]

Thank you, my sleeve' friends for your help .. I will go to the doctor again.. I did not want to create controversy ..I am sorry and your passion on this subject Its really appreciated :-)

[ReDbEaN 654]

My surgeon tested for H. pylori before surgery. It was part of my work-up. Sounds like your surgeon should have done this:(

[queenqueen 9]

When to see my primary doctor and the news were that after part of my stomach was removed they sent it the lab and They found H. Pylori ... What??? I have to get a big amount of antibiotics for 14 days? Somebody has a similar experience after sleeved?

Yes yes yes I had the same problem before I had my sleeve is very common don't worry about it

[Blondiee 278]

My surgeon tested for H. pylori before surgery. It was part of my work-up. Sounds like your surgeon should have done this:(

I was also tested for this before surgery. I though that was part of all the normal pre-op testing?