H. pylori Testing & Treatment
Specialist H. pylori testing and treatment for patients across Mount Edgecombe, Phoenix, Umhlanga, Durban North, Tongaat, Ballito, and the KZN North Coast.
Understanding your symptoms
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a common bacterial infection of the stomach lining. It is a leading cause of gastritis and peptic ulcers and can lead to persistent indigestion and upper abdominal discomfort.
Identifying and treating H. pylori can relieve symptoms, help ulcers heal, and reduce the risk of complications. Testing and assessment are offered in a calm outpatient setting close to Durban.
Testing and treatment options
H. pylori can be detected with a breath test, stool test, blood test, or with biopsies taken during a gastroscopy — useful when the stomach also needs to be examined for ulcers or other causes of symptoms.
Treatment usually involves a short course of antibiotics with acid-reducing medication, and a follow-up test can confirm the infection has cleared. Your specialist will tailor the plan to your assessment.
Symptoms we assess
- Persistent indigestion or burning pain
- Upper abdominal pain
- Bloating or frequent burping
- Nausea
- Loss of appetite
- Known or suspected stomach ulcers
- Reflux that does not settle
When to seek assessment
- Indigestion that persists despite treatment
- Suspected or confirmed stomach ulcers
- A family history of stomach ulcers or cancer
- Upper abdominal pain with weight loss
- Vomiting blood or black stools
Frequently asked questions
Helicobacter pylori is a common bacterial infection of the stomach lining. It can cause gastritis, ulcers, and persistent indigestion, and is linked to a higher risk of certain stomach conditions.
H. pylori can be detected with a breath test, stool test, blood test, or with biopsies taken during a gastroscopy. Your specialist will recommend the most suitable test.
Treatment usually involves a course of antibiotics combined with acid-reducing medication. A follow-up test may be done to confirm the infection has cleared.
Testing is often straightforward, but if a gastroscopy is required, most medical aids need authorisation. Our team assists with the process.
Book your appointment
Serving Mount Edgecombe, Phoenix, Umhlanga, Durban North, Tongaat, Ballito, and the wider KZN North Coast. Our team assists with booking, preparation, and medical aid authorisation.