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Type of disease
bacterial
Transmission/Infection
oral-fecal routes through contaminated food, water, or saliva
General signs and symptoms
stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and dark stools
What body systems/organs are involved?
stomach
Any toxins or virulence factors?
urease enzyme, cytotoxins, and adhesins
Identification/Confirmation?
urea breath test, stool antigen test, endoscopy
What shape do each bacteria have?
helical
Classic signs/symptoms
gastric ulcers
Treatment, cure, common antibiotics?
Amoxicillin (antibioitc)
How can transmission be prevented?
Good hygiene, safe water, properly preparing food