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Hi Helico_expert,
I am 34 yrs old. I used to have mild silent reflux occasionally. During oct 2019 i had some mild stomach pain after a flu , so went to a Gastroenterologist . the doctor did endoscopy, found Nodular gastritis in the body and acute gastritis without bleeding in the antrum , said i had h.pylori and GERD . treated the H.pylori and was on PPI for next 3 months (severely on stress during this period for other reasons). Slowly stopped the PPi and did stool test for H.pylori , it came negative. i was fine for 3 weeks after stopping the PPi , i suddenly got severe acidic belching with whatever i eat and water is the worst, i couldn't drink a sip of water without getting acid reflux. the doctor put me on pepcid, but still but my belching has not stopped. I never in my life had this severe belching and acid reflux in my life before these treatments.I also developed constipation problem after this treatment.

What causes this severe acidic belching even after H.pylori eradication? is it caused by the antibiotic treatment?
Can removing H.pylori triggers GERD?
what is nodular gastritis?is it curable?
How long it takes me stomach to recover from these?

Please help me..... am suffering so much, i couldn't eat anything and drink even water.
Every time i burp acid comes up.

Thank you!

I am also experiencing the same condition as you after treating H.pylori. Retro Bowl How is your condition now? I am also in a lot of pain and worried.

Symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux after H. pylori eradication are not uncommon, due to increased stomach acid secretion or changes in microflora.geometry dash meltdownYou should discuss further with your gastroenterologist about testing for GERD, repeat endoscopy if necessary, or consider adjusting your diet. In addition, new generation acid-reducing drugs or probiotics sometimes help improve. Wishing you both a speedy recovery

rashu wrote: Wed Mar 11, 2020 11:12 am Hi Helico_expert,
I am 34 yrs old. I used to have mild silent reflux occasionally. During oct 2019 i had some mild stomach pain after a flu , so went to a Gastroenterologist . the doctor did endoscopy, found Nodular gastritis in the body and acute gastritis without bleeding in the antrum , said i had h.pylori and GERD . treated the H.pylori and was on PPI for next 3 months (severely on stress during this period for other reasons). Slowly stopped the PPi and did stool test for H.pylori , it came negative. i was fine for 3 weeks after stopping the PPi , i suddenly got severe acidic belching with whatever i eat and water is the worst, i couldn't drink a sip of water without getting acid reflux.golf hit the doctor put me on pepcid, but still but my belching has not stopped. I never in my life had this severe belching and acid reflux in my life before these treatments.I also developed constipation problem after this treatment.

What causes this severe acidic belching even after H.pylori eradication? is it caused by the antibiotic treatment?
Can removing H.pylori triggers GERD?
what is nodular gastritis?is it curable?
How long it takes me stomach to recover from these?

Please help me..... am suffering so much, i couldn't eat anything and drink even water.
Every time i burp acid comes up.

Thank you!

Despite successfully eradicating H. pylori, I have developed severe acidic belching and acid reflux. What could be causing this symptom? Is it possible that the antibiotic treatment contributed to this condition?

I understand your concern. The experience you're describing is quite common and is directly related to how the stomach responds after a long-term infection with H. pylori.

Think of your stomach as being in a prolonged, low-level fight with H. pylori. The continuous presence of these bacteria triggers a chronic inflammatory response, meaning your immune system is always "on." It's constantly sending immune cells to the stomach lining in a non-stop attempt to clear the infection. This state of constant activity and irritation can also change the delicate balance of acids and other digestive enzymes in the stomach.

When the bacteria are finally eliminated, it's like a sudden ceasefire. The stomach is no longer under attack. It has to suddenly adjust from a state of constant inflammation and defense to a state of peace and recovery. This temporary period of adjustment can cause symptoms, including those related to acid reflux. The discomfort you're feeling is your stomach's way of recalibrating its environment to get back to normal.

The speed of this recovery is largely determined by the extent of the initial damage. If the infection was not present for very long, or if it caused minimal damage to the stomach lining, the stomach will likely heal and normalize faster. This is why younger individuals, who tend to have less long-term damage, often recover more quickly. The stomach's lining has a remarkable ability to regenerate once the source of the chronic irritation is gone.

For any persistent or concerning symptoms, such as acid reflux, it is best to discuss them with a healthcare professional. A doctor or pharmacist can provide advice and, if appropriate, recommend options like a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to help manage symptoms during this recovery period. They can provide guidance that is tailored to your specific situation.