Question
The patient felt overly full and uncomfortable after eating rice noodles and bubble tea on March 5th. That night, they had a fever of 39 degrees, which subsided the next day, but the discomfort in the stomach persisted. There was a sensation of obstruction in the throat, and belching occurred after eating. On April 3rd, a test for Helicobacter pylori came back positive with a result of 20.44. After one week of treatment, symptoms did not improve.
Answer
Treatment for Helicobacter pylori typically requires 2 to 4 weeks of regular medication. Since the patient was treated for only one week and their symptoms have not improved, this is normal. It is recommended to continue following the doctor’s instructions to complete the treatment without undue worry.