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Question
Hello doctor,
I am infected with gastric HP bacteria and have gastroesophageal reflux disease. For 2 weeks now, I have been taking antibiotics with symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, blurred vision and diarrhea. Sometimes, I feel my body is unusually hot and cold. So the doctor asked me if I was tired with diarrhea when taking HP medicine? Should I take antibiotics again, doctor? I thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Bui Chi Nam - Department of General Internal Medicine - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Is it okay to be tired with diarrhea when taking HP medicine? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
You are infected with Helicobacter pylori (HP) bacteria in the stomach, usually the doctor will prescribe the HP eradication regimen. Currently, there are many HP eradication regimens, based on your current condition, medical examination and medical history, the doctor will choose the right regimen for your medical condition and tolerability to avoid maximum effects. unwanted use of the drug. For example: Allergies, side effects on the gastrointestinal tract, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nerve effects, dizziness, dizziness, etc. However, 100% of the side effects cannot be prevented. even the most experienced doctors, so you need to monitor the side effects of the drug to detect and handle it in time.
In your case, the doctor thinks you are likely to have a rather severe side effect of the drug, in the immediate future you should stop the HP eradication regimen and check with the doctor who prescribed you for advice. , adjust medication or change other regimen as appropriate.
If you still have questions about HP treatment, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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