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The Epsilonproteobacterium Helicobacter Pylori Is the Cause of Gastritis and Stomach

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The epsilonproteobacterium Helicobacter pylori is the cause of gastritis and stomach ulcers. What mechanism allows it to survive the acidic conditions of the mammalian stomach?


Definitions:

Tid

An abbreviation for "ter in die," a medical term meaning three times a day, usually in the context of prescribing medication.

Bid

An offer made by an individual or entity to buy something.

Prn

An abbreviation for "pro re nata," a Latin phrase meaning "as needed"; often used in prescriptions to indicate that medication should be taken as required.

Tincture

A solution where a solute is dissolved into alcohol, used primarily in medicine or herbalism.

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