Question

A 35-year-old with dyspepsia treated for H. pylori asks about confirming eradication. When should testing be performed?

Accepted Answer

At ≥4 weeks after therapy and after holding PPI 1-2 weeks

Answer

Immediately after finishing antibiotics

Answer

At 1-2 weeks after therapy while on PPI

Answer

Only if symptoms persist

Answer

No test of cure is recommended

Practice question

A 35-year-old with dyspepsia treated for H. pylori asks about confirming eradication. When should testing be performed?