Patient's question:
I did a 14C experiment and the measured value is 865 DPM. Is it very serious? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
14C is used to test the number of Helicobacter pylori in the stomach. The quantity reflects the size and severity of ulcers in the stomach, but the results themselves do not prove anything; they are merely reference values, so don't be too nervous, and the number is not very high. It is still recommended to combine the results of your endoscopy and consult an internal medicine department at the hospital. Generally, treatment now involves taking Western medicine. Patients with Helicobacter pylori can use home remedies as supplementary treatment while understanding the need for symptomatic treatment. In daily diet, it is essential to avoid excessive hunger or fullness and never overeat or binge drink.