Helicobacter Pylori Eradication and Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Prospective Study

Effect of Helicobacter Pylori Eradication on Symptoms and Quality of Life of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Prospective Study

H. Pylori is frequently observed in patients with irritable bowel syndrome(IBS). However, the effect of H. pylori eradication on IBS is not clear.

Patients with IBS symptoms using Rome IV criteria will be included. Testing for H. pylori will be done. Patients with H. pylori will receive triple therapy and followed after two weeks for eradication and assessment of IBS symptoms.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients newly diagnosed with IBS and H.pylori

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients received previous treatment of H.pylori
• Patients receiving treatment for IBS.