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Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine

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This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.

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by BRUNKSTER, Oct 27, 2004 12:00AM

Tags: bacteria, antibiotics, evaluation, inflammation, oral, pylori, transmission, ulcers, Stomach Conditions, head, ulcerative, stomach ache, Stomach Ach

My wife has been diagnosed with stomach bacteria by an exam
done by her gastroenteroligist. I am wondering if oral sex
can be the cause of this problem. She has had it before and
took medication that caused her to have head aches.

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by Kevin Pho, MD

, Oct 28, 2004 12:00AM

The bacteria that was found is likely H Pylori - a bacteria that is associated with ulcers and inflammation.

I am not aware of oral sex being a mode of transmission for this disease.

Treatment normally consists of an acid-blocker along with two antibiotics.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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Member Comments (1)

by yoshi, Oct 27, 2004 12:00AM

is it hector pylori bacteria??
it is usally from dirty water or food.
stomach acid is very strong ,it can kill a lot of bacteria,unfortunately not this one.
what medication was she on??

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