H. Pylori - what is current treatment?

massa36 · March 15, 2008

I was also diagnosed with H.pylori today after receiving my preop blood work results. I also rcvd the Prevpac and started it tonight. my concern is after treatment do I have to wait a longer amt of time to get banded? I am prayng that this will not hold things up! I am so desperate to begin this lifestyle change! Please any advice will be greatly appreciate . thanks so much!

Lizalee · March 15, 2008

Hi Massa36,

I just finished a 10-day course of 'quadruple therapy' - antibiotics, antacids. I survived it!

When is your surgery date? I would think that as long as the antibiotics are done, you would be fine to go, unless you were actually diagnosed with an ulcer (instead of just a positive test for the germ that causes ulcers. Some doctors may do a follow up test to make sure the infection is cured.

But, that's a good question for the doctor's office.

Good luck!

Turler · March 15, 2008

Hi Massa,

Most doctors want a follow up EGD to confirm that the H. Pylori is gone. I would definitely ask your doctor about this. Shouldn't hold you up unless you don't have time to complete all your meds and have another test.

Let us know how things go for you and what the doctor says!

massa36 · March 17, 2008

Thanks Lizalee. I am called my doctor today and I'm hoping for a return call today. I am praying this is not something that will hold me up! I am expecting an early May surgery date. Please keep me in your prayers and thanks for you prompt reply! I am really nervous about this!:biggrin: