Which department should I visit for testing Helicobacter pylori?

Testing for Helicobacter pylori should be referred to the Gastroenterology Department.

Helicobacter pylori is the only bacterium known to survive in the human stomach. It can be transmitted through the digestive tract, and cross-infection can occur through sharing utensils, close contact, and other factors. To prevent this bacterium from invading the body, attention must be paid to daily dining hygiene, as well as close contact with others, to avoid infection.

1. What specific tests need to be done for Helicobacter pylori?

There are generally two ways of testing. One is endoscopy, and the other is the C13 or C14 breath test. When Helicobacter pylori is found to be positive, it is necessary to consult a gastroenterologist to determine if oral medication is needed to eradicate Helicobacter pylori. When Helicobacter pylori is found to be positive along with conditions such as gastritis or gastric ulcer, it is recommended to take regular and adequate oral medication to eradicate Helicobacter pylori.

1. How to prevent Helicobacter pylori?

First, in daily life, try to follow the principles of regular and quantitative meals, easy-to-digest, soft foods, and avoid spicy foods. Secondly, to better avoid reinfection, try to adjust your diet and implement a separate dining system to prevent secondary or tertiary infections.