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H Pylori Treatment
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What is H. pylori?
A common stomach bacterial infection. Usually straightforward to test for and treat effectively.
H pylori infection is far more common than most people realise. H. pylori is a bacterial infection of the stomach lining. It affects up to two in five people in the UK (Guts UK, 2026). Many people have no symptoms at all.
When GP-directed treatment has not resolved symptoms, a more thorough approach can help. Dr Kejariwal offers exactly that to patients across Newcastle, Durham, North Tyneside, Gateshead and Sunderland.
Causes and risk factors
H. pylori is thought to spread through close contact and contaminated food or water. Infection is often acquired in childhood. It can persist for life if untreated, though many carriers never develop symptoms.
Symptoms
- Indigestion or upper abdominal pain
- Bloating
- Nausea
- Often no symptoms at all
When to seek help: Get urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, or severe pain alongside known infection.
How is H. pylori diagnosed?
Testing can be done via breath, stool, or blood test, or biopsy during a gastroscopy. Stop certain medications beforehand for accurate results.
What are the treatment options?
Treatment involves a short course of antibiotics with acid-suppressing medication. This is called eradication therapy. It clears the infection in over 90% of people when taken correctly. See our H pylori treatment page for full details.
Living with H. pylori in 2026
H. pylori infection is common worldwide. UK infection rates have gradually declined, particularly among younger generations. When treatment is needed, eradication therapy works well, and a follow-up test confirms it has cleared.
Self-care and prevention
Complete the full course of prescribed antibiotics, even if symptoms improve early. Limit alcohol during treatment. Good food and water hygiene helps reduce the chance of reinfection.
What happens at your appointment?
You meet Dr Kejariwal at Cobalt Hospital for a full consultation. He reviews your symptoms, history, and any past tests. He explains what he thinks is happening in plain English. Together you agree a clear next step, whether that means more tests, starting treatment, or simple monitoring. A written summary goes to you and your GP after every visit. Most patients are seen within one to two weeks, and urgent concerns are prioritised.
When to see a specialist
See a specialist for persistent indigestion, a family history of stomach conditions, or if GP treatment has not worked.
Frequently asked questions about H. pylori
How do you catch H. pylori?
The exact route is not fully understood. It is thought to spread through close contact and contaminated food or water, often in childhood.
Does everyone with H. pylori need treatment?
Not necessarily, but treatment is usually recommended if it is causing symptoms or has led to a stomach ulcer.
Can H. pylori come back after treatment?
Reinfection is uncommon in the UK after successful treatment, though possible. Follow-up testing confirms it has fully cleared.
Can H. pylori infection be prevented?
There is no proven prevention method, but good food and water hygiene may help reduce the risk of infection.
Can children get H. pylori infection?
Yes, infection can occur at any age, though it is most often acquired in childhood.