Heliobacter Pylori Infection – The Cause and the Cure Have you been experiencing upper stomach pain, bloating, and/or frequent heartburn? If so, you may be suffering from an H. Pylori infection. What is H. Pylori? H. Pylori is normally contracted during childhood, and infects approximately one-half of the world’s population. While as many as 90% of those infected with the bacteria will never develop symptoms, it can remain in remission for many years, and those who do will often experience frequent burping, burning or aching abdominal pains, in addition to nausea, vomiting, or unexplained weight loss. These symptoms are often the result of ulcers and inflammation of the stomach lining, and can even lead to more severe illnesses such as stomach cancer. In fact, in 80% of stomach ulcer cases, H. Pylori is the culprit. What Can I Do If I’m Experiencing These Symptoms? The first thing you should do is contact Advanced Family Medicine and schedule an appointment. ...