Tips from a Nurse: Tired of Traditional H. Pylori Tests? Here’s a better option!
2025-07-04
Feeling bloated? Burping often? And full after just a few bites? It might not just be indigestion! These symptoms could be linked to Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), and over half of people in Hong Kong may already be infected! The scariest part? Many carriers show no obvious signs—until it’s too late, leading to stomach ulcers or even gastric cancer. Wondering if you’ve got it? Testing is the only way to know!
Why Is H. Pylori Such a Big Deal?
Tips from professional nurse: H. pylori is a bacteria that thrives in the harsh acidic environment of your stomach—one of the few microbes that can survive there. Over time, it can cause chronic gastritis, stomach ulcers, and even worse… The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies it as a Group 1 carcinogen! Left untreated, it can silently progress to stomach cancer
Shocking Prevalence: 1 in 2 people in Hong Kong affected! H. pylori spreads easily through shared meals or close contact, meaning if one family member has it, the whole household could be at risk.
Why get tested if you feel fine?
護士話你知：港人常見的謬誤，既然無唔舒服，點解仲要檢測呢？要知道正因為幽門螺旋菌初期的感染係有機會毫無徵狀，但係幽門螺旋菌係唔會自動消失，更有機會演變成胃炎、胃潰瘍甚至胃癌，所以主動定期檢測係及早發現、及時治療嘅關鍵！ 幽門螺旋菌並非不治之症！若不幸感染幽門螺旋菌亦唔洗太擔心，及早發現的話，治療成功率超過85%！治療嘅方法十分簡單，患者只需尋求醫生處方，進行1至2星期的「三合一療法」，服用抗生素殺菌。謹記主動檢測先可以釐清病因，早發現早治療，避免惡化，同時及時截斷家庭傳播！
How to test for H. Pylori?
護士話你知：提到幽門螺旋菌檢測，大部份人較為熟悉嘅方法就係「吹氣測試」。依個方法準確固然高，但係檢測前嘅準備相對繁複，例如必須空腹數小時、停用特定藥物、亦都需要親身到診所或醫院進行測試。 其實要準確檢測幽門螺旋菌，又點止一個方法！想準確又方便，專業護士推薦 INDICAID妥析幽門螺旋菌快測，只需要透過自採糞便樣本，舒舒服服係屋企就即刻可以CHECK到自己有無感染幽門螺旋菌。
What if you test positive?
Don’t panic! A positive result means you may have H. pylori—see a doctor for confirmation and treatment. After finishing meds, retest to ensure the bacteria are gone.
After completing the entire treatment course, it is also recommended to do a quick test review again to ensure that the bacteria have been thoroughly eradicated, so that you can effectively protect the long-term health of you and your family! Due to the high level of contagion among family members, it is recommended that cohabiting families, especially partners and children, be tested together to achieve comprehensive coverage.
Final Advice: While H. pylori can have serious consequences, early detection and treatment can stop it in its tracks. For people with busy schedule who can’t make it to the clinic, at-home testing is a smart, convenient choice! Stay proactive—your stomach and your family will thank you!
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Helicobacter Pylori Antigen Test
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- Painless & Non-Invasive: Only requires a stool sample, eliminating the discomfort associated with traditional testing methods.
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- No Preparation Needed: No pills or empty stomach required
- Post-Test Support: Professional customer service hotline provides product guidance and support for positive results
