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Urea breath test for h pylori
Can this test done while taking ppi or h2 blocker and probiotics
It suppresses H. pylori activity, not by killing it, but by making it dormant
So even if the bacteria is still there, it may not produce enough urease → breath test reads negative.
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Why is the test ordered, is the concern?
Kindly complete the treat then do the test as advised
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