H. Pylori Infection : Causes
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Causes could include:
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Helicobacter pylori
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As many as half of the world's population is infected with H. pylori. Those living in developing countries or crowded, unsanitary conditions are most likely to contract the bacteria, which is passed from person to person. H. pylori only grows in t...
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Infection with H. pylori is largely dependent on two factors; age and income status. The bacteria is acquired mainly in childhood, especially in areas of poor hygiene or overcrowding. H. pylori is two to three times more prevalent in developing, n...
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Detailed information on H. pylori, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on helicobacter pylori, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Though recently identified as the cause of most stomach ulcers, Helicobacter pylori might not be all bad.
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Can the bacteria helicobacter pylori cause anemia? Howard LeWine, M.D., is chief editor of Internet Publishing at Harvard Health Publications. He is recognized as an outstanding clinician and teacher and is a recipient of the Internal Medicine Teacher of the Year award at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. LeWine continues to practice Internal Medicine; most recently he became a hospitalist after practicing primary care for over 20 years.
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