Helicobacter

Pylori Helicobacter pylori is a Gram-negative bacterium that lives in the stomach and is associated with a variety of gastric diseases, including gastritis, peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. This bacteria is a relevant health concern worldwide due to its strong link to gastric diseases, and it is estimated that over 50% of the world’s population have it. H. pylori is treated with antibiotics, although antibiotic resistance is a growing problem. As well as antibiotic treatment, other methods of control of H. pylori include vaccination, lifestyle changes and probiotics. Research into the effects of H. pylori on human health is ongoing and it is likely that new treatments and prevention methods will be developed in the near future.