Patient's question:
Helicobacter pylori: First thorough examination on 9.19, underwent gastroscopy and C13 gastroscopy, both normal. The C13 test was negative for Helicobacter pylori (650). Took two weeks of quadruple therapy and then stopped for a month to check the parameter values, which were still 260. Took another two weeks of quadruple therapy, but felt like it had no effect afterward. Still in pain now. The stomach has been in constant pain, and the abdomen is twitching while lying down. Is it necessary to have a third re-examination with a two-month break from medication before re-testing?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, if it is a Helicobacter pylori infection, there needs to be a follow-up test after taking the four-drug combination therapy. However, if the follow-up test does not turn negative after many times, traditional Chinese medicine treatment can be considered. In such cases, it can be decided to have another follow-up test, generally one month later. It is recommended to take traditional Chinese medicine stomach medicine granules for symptomatic treatment to see if it works.In addition to timely treatment for Helicobacter pylori, friends with the condition should maintain a positive attitude in facing the disease. Only in this way can the patient receive timely symptomatic treatment. At the same time, they should pay close attention to their dietary care, focus on a balanced diet, and ensure that the body can digest nutrients promptly. They believe that this will definitely drive away Helicobacter pylori.