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Positive h pylori test, should I quit taking kefir?

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bob97816
bob97816

As suggested on this forum, i have been trying kefir to deal with my reflux.  Recently I asked my PHP for a SIBO test.  He ordered the h pylori test first.  To my surprise, it came back positive.  The prescribed treatment for hp is a combination of antibiotics along with a PPI. 

For those who may have been through this: Should I quit the kefir and probiotics altogether? Does the antibiotic treatment work? What can I do about the side effects of taking PPIs?  (They always gave me diarrhea when I tried them.)

Thanks.

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  • Etha16
    Etha16 bob97816

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    Are you taking water kefir?  I found this was more effective than milk kefir.  I would suggest you keep taking it as the antibiotics will completely annihilate your good gut bacteria and you will feel worse off.  By taking probiotics you will be ensuring your good bacteria colony is maintained and providing your body with a fighting chance to recover more naturally.  Do however discuss it with your doctor(s) first as they should be always be consulted.  Best of luck.
    • bob97816
      bob97816 Etha16

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      Thanks Etha. Until now I've only been taking the milk kefir because I was able to buy it the grocery store.  My plan was order the crystals and make my own water.  Then I got this test result.  And I read conflicting advice on the internet regarding kefir for this situation.

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