* Sterile rapid test to detect an infection of Helicobacter pylori which is linked to stomach ulcers * Fast & reliable - visible result within 10 minutes
* This test has been extensively evaluated by the largest European screening study (150,000 people over a period of 5 years)
* Kit includes:
1x single test cassette, lancet, buffer solution, plaster, full instructions leaflet and range leaflet Why is this test important? * It is estimated half of the world's population is infected by the stomach bacterium Helicobacter pylori
* H. pylori has been known as a Class 1 Cancerogen since 1994 (World Health Organisation)
* People have a 6-7 times higher risk for stomach carcinoma if H. pylori positive
* No symptoms are normally present during the first years of infection of H. pylori
* H. pylori causes chronic gastritis in the stomach and duodenum, them later causing the formation of ulcers
* Once diagnosed it is easily treatable with antibiotics and after positive eradication the re-infection rate is very low (only 1%)
More information about the Stomach Ulcer Test Kit Q: What is an ulcer?
A: An ulcer is damage to the inner lining of the stomach or the upper part of the
intestine (duodenum). Q: Why do people get ulcers?
A: The most common cause is infection with Helicobacter pylori and this is
responsible for up to 90 per cent of all cases of peptic ulceration. Q: What is Heliobacter pylori?
A: Helicobacter pylori is a minute bacteria living inside and under the lining of the
stomach. The groups most often affected are elderly people and people in
developing countries. Those who carry this bacteria have most probably been
infected during childhood. The risk of acquiring infection for an adult is modest -
less than 1 per cent every year.
The bacteria may also have a role in the development of cancer of the stomach.
Helicobacter pylori infection can be eliminated by taking antibiotics. There is about
an 80 per cent chance of successful treatment of the infection and a cure for the
ulcer. If the bacteria is not eliminated, most people get a recurrence of their ulcer Q: What does an ulcer feel like?
A: This varies greatly from person to person. Many people never realise that they
have an ulcer. Others feel pain or a burning sensation in their upper abdomen.
The symptoms are often described as indigestion, heartburn, hunger pangs or dyspepsia.
Some sufferers find that eating actually helps settle their discomfort for a while, others find it makes them worse. Citrus drinks, spicy and smoked foods can make the pain worse.
Finally, it is important to stress that most people with a stomach ache do not have ulcers. Q: What can I do to help myself?
A: It's a good idea to stop smoking and moderate your alcohol intake as Smoking and drinking alcohol puts you at greater risk of developing an ulcer. If you experience the symptoms of an ulcer, consult your doctor
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