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Diseases » Helicobacter pylori bacteria » Glossary

Glossary for Helicobacter pylori bacteria

Abdominal distension: also known as ascites is pathologic fluid accumulation within the abdominal cavity
Abdominal swelling: Swelling or bloating of the abdomen
Anorexia: Any type of appetite loss; often refers to anorexia nervosa
Belching: The release of gas from the digestive tract through the mouth.
Digestive Diseases: Diseases that affect the digestive system
Duodenal ulcer: A peptic ulcer is erosion in the lining of the stomach or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). The word "peptic" refers to pepsin, a stomach enzyme that breaks down proteins. If a peptic ulcer is located in the stomach it is called a gastric ulcer.
Epigastric pain: Pain located in the upper and middle region of the abdomen
Food Additive Adverse reaction - citric acid intolerance: An intolerance to citric acid is an adverse reaction (not an immune response) by the body to citric acid or foods containing citric acid. Citric acid can be found naturally in foods but is also frequently used as an additive to various foods. The adverse reaction results from the body's inability to metabolize the food. The amount of citric acid required to trigger the onset of symptoms and the nature and severity of symptoms may vary considerably between patients.
Heartburn: Pain from stomach acid coming back up the esophagus
Human carcinogen - Helicobacter Pylori infection: Helicobacter Pylori infection is deemed to be carcinogenic to humans. Infection with the virus does not mean the patient will definitely develop cancer but the risk of cancer is increased.
Nausea: The queasy feeling of nausea and often also vomiting.
Stomach Conditions: Any condition that affects a persons stomach