Helicobacter pylori is a gram-negative bacterium that resides in the stomach and can cause inflammation leading to long-term effects, such as gastric ulcers, cancer, and lymphoma of the stomach mucosal linings Previous research and analysis of H. pylori prevalence in populations have examined common risk factors that increase the likelihood of acquiring the bacteria. Some of the most commonly identified risk factors across various studies in different geographic populations are larger family size, less education, lower socioeconomic status, less frequent hygiene practices, and lower sanitation with specific emphasis on sources of water and defecation. aim of the work: Studying prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori infection and its related risk factors in children and young adults in Sohag governorate.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
667
Faculty of medicine-Sohag university
Sohag, Egypt
Studying prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori infection in children and young adults in Sohag governorate
determine the prevalence of Helicobacter Pylori infection in children and young adults in Sohag governorate by examining stool samples from 667 patients to detect h.pylori antigen
Time frame: 12 weeks following the startpoint of the study.
detecting risk factors related to Helicobacter Pylori infection in children and young adults in sohag governorate
We will use a semi-structured questionnaire to detect helicobacter pylori risk factors which include the following : Socio-demographic data, personal habits, physical activity and exercises, history of symptoms suggesting helicopter pylori infection like episodes of epigastric pain, vomiting and dyspepsia and family history, medication and comorbidities .
Time frame: 12 weeks following the startpoint of the study
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