For many years doctors thought that such things as spicy food, stress, smoking and lifestyle habits were the major causes of stomach pain. It all changed in 1982 when it was discovered that a majority of stomach pain and ulcers were actually caused by ger
What Is H. Pylori (Helicobacter Pylori)
H. Pylori is a very common bacteria and it’s estimated that over 60% of the world’s population has it in their bodies. Many people come into contact with the bacteria when they are younger, but it can affect adults too.
Researches have noted that it is very commonly found in people that live in countries that lack clean water and proper sewage systems, but a true source of the bacteria has not been confirmed yet.
It can be transferred from one person to another by simply coming into contact with another person’s saliva or other bodily fluids by doing such things as sharing drinks or sharing eating utensils.