All About H Pylori

TOP TEN H. PYLORI SYMPTOMS

As you may or may not know, H. pylori can cause many different symptoms. Because each of us is a unique individual with a different genetic blueprint from everyone else, our reactions and symptoms will not be the same. However there are some characteristic symptoms that tend to affect most people.

Even if you don't have symptoms that are related to your digestive system, H pylori could still be the cuplrit. I recently spoke with someone who had no less than 17 distinct symptoms that were a complete mystery until she was diagnosed with H pylori! If you read this posting through to the end, you'll see that list of 17 symptoms at the end.

Incidentally, I had the following symptoms until I cleared my H pylori.

Heartburn, constipation, low energy in the mornings, feelings of nausea and sickness in the mornings, muscle loss.

H pylori could be contributing to your symptoms if you are suffering from:

1. Heartburn / acid reflux. If you have these symptoms on a regular, or even infrequent basis, H pylori could be the cuplrit.

2. Diarrhea/Constipation/Bloating. Because H pylori interferes with acid in your stomach, you can't digest food properly. This can lead to any digestive symptom.

3. Fatigue and Low Energy. Your immune system has to work very hard to fight infections. If H pylori is present, it creates a 24/7 stress on your body that uses up a lot of energy, making you feel tired. Because you may not be able to digest your food properly, your body won't get the required fuels to maintain energy levels. This could also make you tired.

4. Nausea & Vomiting. Many people experience nausea when they are infected with H pylori. You may also feel sick, particularly in the mornings (sometimes mistaken for pregnancy morning sickness) or may even vomit as a result of the infection.

5. Unexplained Weight Loss. It's really tough to digest your food properly - especially fats and proteins - when you have H pylori. This can lead to muscle loss, which is not healthy weight loss. If you are trying to gain muscle or tone your body, an infection such as H pylori could be a big block to your progress.

6. Difficulty Losing Weight. This is a mysterious one that needs a bit of explaining. Any infection is a stress on your body. So if you have H pylori, your body is, by definition, under stress. Its response is to produce a hormone called cortisol. Cortisol can either cause weight loss or weight gain, depending on the person. It promotes weight gain around the middle ('apple' shape) but also causes muscle loss.

7. Hormonal Symptoms - PMS, etc. If there is too much cortisol due to the H pylori infection, the entire hormone system can become affected. In women, this can lead to PMS/PMT, mood swings, irritability, cyclical headaches, lack of interest in sex. Some of the same symptoms can occur in men, with the addition of impotence. It really is amazing what a digestive infection can do to your body!

8. Depression/Anxiety. H pylori can cause these symptoms due to a variety of effects on the body. Your mood is regulated by hormones and chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters. These chemicals are made from fats and proteins, which may not be digested properly when the stomach is infected with H pylori. A very important mood chemical called serotonin is actually largely made in the digestive system, so any damage to your stomach and intestines can lead to a shortage of this important chemical.

9. Oral Infections / Gum Disease / Coated Tongue / Bad Breath. Although the H pylori loves the stomach and small intestines, it will also be present in your mouth and can weaken your immune system so that other bacteria grow in your mouth.

10. Sinus Problems. Your sinuses are joined to your digestive system, so any irritation to the digestive system can cause sinus problems. Constant blocked nose, painful sinuses, colds and infections can all indicate H pylori.

And now, the moment you've been waiting for, the 17 symptoms experienced by one woman who had H pylori (this list is written exactly as she wrote it and there may be grammatical errors).

1. tension headache 
2. chronic fatigue 
3. brain fog/confusion 
4. chills 
5. joint pain 
6. chronic bloating 
7. belching 
8. flatulence 
9. abdominal cramping 
10. bottom of feet hurt in the morning 
11. weight gain (5 lbs in one week) 
12. girl thingyl yeast infection 
13. body ache (like the flu) 
14. frequent urination 
15. swollen/painful lymph nodes (neck, groin, armpits) 
16. drowsiness 
17. sinus pressure

If you are feeling overwhelmed with mysterious symptoms such as those mentioned here and would like a solution to your health challenges, please feel free to get in touch by emailin dave@davehompes.com,

DO MEDICAL TREATMENTS FOR H. PYLORI WORK?

The answer to this question is yes AND no and it's one of the reasons why you may be so confused about the information that's out there.

I know from experience that medical drugs can kill H. pylori for sure. I also know that many people can have multiple treatments without any success and a worsening of symptoms. If the drugs don't work, you may become anxious and feel confused as to just how to get rid of your H. pylori. Please don't worry because ther are safe, natural alternatives that you can use.

I’d like to share with you the reasons why the drug therapies are 'hit and miss'. .

Since 1998 doctors have tended to prescribe what is known as “Triple Therapy”, using three different types of drug. This usually consists of two antibiotics and either a proton pump inhibitor or antacid.

Antibiotics kill the H. pylori

Proton Pump Inhibitors (e.g. Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid) stop the production of acid in your stomach, which can relieve symptoms such as acid reflux and heartburn.

Antacids (e.g. Tagamet, Zantac, Rennie) neutralise acid in the stomach and can temporarily alleviate heartburn and reflux symptoms.

H2 Blockers (e.g. Tagamet, Zantac) can also protect the stomach lining in complex cases.

It is really important to understand that Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, Tagamet, Zantac, etc, DO NOT KILL H. PYLORI. The reason they are given is to lessen some of the symptoms by shutting down acid production in the stomach. But you need acid to digest food. If the acid drops too low you canot absorb nutrients properly from your food and this will inevitably lead to nutrient deficiencies.

There are several reasons why drugs may or may not work for you:

1. Medical drugs do not affect everyone in the same way. You are a unique individual, with a unique metabolism. You may have no problem on the medications but your sister may react badly or suffer nasty side effects. If you experience side effects it will be very hard to complete the course of medicine and it will then be ineffective.

2. The health of your immune system is the key. Havinig spoken with several doctors about this issue, we all agree that THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF ANY ATTEMPT TO KILL H. PYLORI. If your immune system is in good shape, the more likelihood of the drugs working for you. To have a healthy immune system it’s important to eat good foods, minimise bad foods, get enough sleep and exercise appropriately. My programs teach you exactly how to do this.

3. There are many different strains of H. pylori. Some strains are more resistant to specific antibiotics. Each time you take antibiotics, H. pylori develops more resistance.

The key to getting medications to be more effective is to do your best to get healthy before taking them. If you can give your body a natural boost and THEN try to kill the H. pylori, you have a much better chance of the medications working.

If you have tried several courses of antiobiticis, it is likely that a natural approach will be better for you because the H. pylori will be resistant to the drugs.

SUMMARY

• Medical drugs do not work for everyone
• The drugs have a much better chance of working if you support your immune system
• You may not be able to complete the course if you suffer side effects
• Different strains of H. pylori are resistant to various antibiotics
• Natural solutions ARE available to you and WILL work

If you would like further information on natural approaches please download my e-book form this site, or email me directly at dave@davehompes.com