# **H. Pylori Infection: Symptoms, Causes & Best Treatment in Agra | Dr. Karan R. Rawat**
**Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)** is a spiral-shaped bacteria that infects the stomach lining and is one of the most common causes of **gastritis, acidity, peptic ulcer, stomach pain, and indigestion**.
In Agra and nearby regions, **Dr. Karan R. Rawat** is a leading **Gastroenterologist & Stomach Specialist** known for accurate diagnosis and effective long-term treatment of H. pylori infection.
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# 🔬 **What is H. Pylori?**
H. pylori is a bacteria that lives in the stomach. Once it enters, it weakens the stomach’s protective lining and increases acid damage.
It spreads easily through:
* Contaminated food or water
* Poor hygiene
* Sharing food/utensils
* Close personal contact
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# ❗ **Symptoms of H. Pylori Infection**
Many patients do not show symptoms initially, but common signs include:
### ✔ Burning pain in the upper abdomen
### ✔ Acidity / Heartburn
### ✔ Bloating & burping
### ✔ Nausea / feeling full early
### ✔ Loss of appetite
### ✔ Unexplained weight loss
### ✔ Black stools (in complicated ulcers)
If untreated, H. pylori can lead to **peptic ulcer, severe gastritis, anemia**, and rarely, **stomach cancer**.
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# 🧪 **How Dr. Karan R. Rawat Diagnoses H. Pylori**
Dr. Rawat uses internationally approved diagnostic methods:
### 🩺 **1. Urea Breath Test (UBT)**
Highly accurate, preferred test for detecting active infection.
### 🧫 **2. Stool Antigen Test**
Identifies active H. pylori infection.
### 📸 **3. Upper GI Endoscopy**
Used in complicated cases, chronic gastritis, bleeding ulcers.
### 🔬 **4. Biopsy-based Testing**
For precise diagnosis during endoscopy.
Accurate testing ensures proper and complete eradication treatment.
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# 💊 **Treatment of H. Pylori by Dr. Karan R. Rawat**
Dr. Rawat follows global GOLD-STANDARD protocols (Maastricht, ACG guidelines):
### ✔ **Triple Therapy** (most common)
Combination of **2 antibiotics + acid-reducing medicine (PPI)** for 14 days.
### ✔ **Quadruple Therapy**
Used for resistant or recurrent infections.
### ✔ **Customized Antibiotic Regimen**
Based on patient history, resistance pattern, and tolerance.
### ✔ **Post-Treatment Testing**
To confirm complete eradication, reducing recurrence risk.
### ✔ **Diet + Lifestyle Plan**
To protect the stomach and prevent reinfection.
**Dr. Rawat is known for treating chronic, long-standing, or recurrent H. pylori infections effectively.**
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# 🍽 **Diet Tips for Faster Recovery**
* Eat: Curd, buttermilk, bananas, coconut water, dal-khichdi, paneer, boiled vegetables.
* Avoid: Spicy foods, tea/coffee excess, alcohol, smoking, fried foods, sour items.
* Take meals on time, avoid late-night eating.
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# ⭐ **Why Choose Dr. Karan R. Rawat for H. Pylori Treatment in Agra?**
### ✔ Best Gastroenterologist for stomach pain, acidity, gastritis & ulcers
### ✔ Uses internationally recommended H. pylori treatment protocols
### ✔ Accurate diagnosis with UBT, stool antigen & endoscopy
### ✔ Expertise in resistant / recurrent H. pylori cases
### ✔ Comprehensive diet + lifestyle guidance
### ✔ Patients from Agra, Mathura, Firozabad, Hathras, Aligarh & nearby cities trust him
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# ❓ **FAQs (SEO-Friendly)**
### **Q1. Is H. pylori dangerous?**
Yes, if untreated it can cause ulcers and long-term complications.
### **Q2. Can H. pylori be cured permanently?**
Yes. With proper antibiotics for 14 days and follow-up testing, it can be completely eradicated.
### **Q3. Does spicy food cause H. pylori?**
No. It spreads mainly through contaminated food/water, but spicy foods worsen symptoms.
### **Q4. Can H. pylori cause cancer?**
In rare chronic cases, long-standing infection may increase the risk of gastric cancer.
### **Q5. Who is the best doctor for H. pylori treatment in Agra?**
**Dr. Karan R. Rawat**, Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist, is highly trusted for H. pylori and stomach
disorders.
