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Can one have H.pylori if a total gastrectomy has been done ?
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Can one have H.pylori if a total gastrectomy has been done ?
by Jane__0__0, Apr 04, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by HFHSM.D.-ym on April 27, 1999 at 14:31:46
Topic Area: H. Pylori
I had a total gastrectomy 7 years ago for gastric lymphoma, probably in part caused by H.pylori (It was a MALT lymphoma). I have never been treated for H.Pylori and wondered if it can exist in the intestine, and could that be harmful?
Dear Jane,
Helicobacter pylori is trophic for gastric epithelium. That means it is attracted to and grows best in the stomach. Infrequently, gastric epithelium can be found outside the stomach. This more commonly occurs in the first portion of the small intestine called the duodenum. Rarely, stomach epithelium can be found in a condition called Meckel's diverticulum. If you had a total gastrectomy it is possible that part of the duodenum has been removed. Nevertheless, after having said all that, it may be prudent to obtain a blood test to check for the continued presence of Helicobacter pylori infection and undergo treatment if still present. I hope you find this information helpful.
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HFHSM.D.-ym
*Keywords: Helicobacter pylori, MALT lymphoma
