Doctors Say
H Pylori Bacteria Causes Ulcers
But Does It Really?
Before the H pylori bacteria was discovered in 1982, doctors used to believe that ulcers were caused by stress.
Then scientists found that in EVERY case, the Helicobacter Pylori bacteria, more commonly known as H-pylori bacteria, was present. After this discovery, doctors abandoned the idea that stress caused ulcers. Too bad they are missing the big picture. What they are missing is that stress compromises the immune system allowing the bacteria to proliferate in the stomach and cause ulcers! So, really, they were right before…. Stress DOES cause ulcers –via the Helicobacter pylori bacteria!!
What IS H pylori infection and how do we get it?
Helicobacter pylori bacteria, known more commonly as H pylori bacteria are spiral shaped pathogens that live in the intestinal tract. It's discovery in 1982 was so paradigm shifting in the medical community that the
discoverers won the Nobel Prize for that year!
H pylori infection is
confusing to doctors and scientists alike. It is well documented that H pylori bacteria can lead to ulcers, inflammation of the stomach lining and gastric cancer. But its confusing nature comes up when it’s ALSO been shown to DECREASE the incidence of gastro esophageal reflux disease and esophageal cancer! Helicobacter pylori bacteria also produce an antibacterial substance that is probably responsible for the decreased incidence of diarrhea in children with H pylori infection. Wow, what a conundrum!
To make it even MORE confusing, it seems that up to 50% of the population may have H pylori infection – even those without symptoms. And like other pathogens, it can be transmitted by close contact with others, particularly from kissing, or by ingesting contaminated food or water.
Another theory about H pylori Infection
Another theory about Helicobacter pylori infection that would explain this seeming paradox, is that the bacteria is FREQUENTLY present in normal healthy people where it does not cause any problems, and may even be beneficial, because our immune system can keep it in check.But when our immune system is compromised, it allows the bacteria to flourish in larger amounts than we can fight off. And THIS is when the H pylori bacteria begins to cause problems.
H pylori and Chronic Illness
While a LOT has been researched about stomach problems and H pylori infection, virtually NOTHING has been said about H pylori bacteria and its contribution to chronic illness.
Unfortunately, the H pylori bacteria causes inflammation of the stomach lining in ALL cases. How MUCH inflammation there is, is dependent upon how bad the infection is, but inflammation is ALWAYS PRESENT!! This may not be a problem for some people who are very healthy, but INFLAMMATION AND INFECTION IS ALWAYS A STRESS TO THE BODY!! .
ALWAYS!
So if you have ANY chronic health problems OR you are just feeling tired and run down all the time, it's possible that H pylori could be contributing to some of your problems.
Traditional medicine does not agree with this view, however, so unless you have severe gastrointestinal problems it's unlikely that your doctor will suspect H pylori infection or choose to test you for it even if you ask (But you CAN always ask - better yet, INSIST!!!! Insisting goes a long way with doctors, they really do want you to be happy!)
Could YOU have the Helicobacter Pylori bacteria?
Smart practitioners know that it is very wise to test people for the h pylori bacteria if they have almost any complaints that can’t be explained by something else. These practitioners know that H pylori infection can cause any number of
Symptoms
that seemingly have nothing to do with the digestive tract. But sure enough, when the h pylori infection is eradicated, the person feels better! While many people would find this hard to believe, it’s NOT uncommon at all. Let’s take the example of a cold or flu. When you have a cold or flu, you often feel tired, run-down, have body aches and can’t concentrate –right? So why would those same problems be considered strange when you have an H pylori infection? ANY infection can cause those same symptoms because your immune system is working hard to get rid of some foreign invader in your system. So, could YOU have the Helicobacter Pylori bacteria? You should keep reading to learn more about the Symptoms of H pylori infection. | 
