Many Singaporeans use the word “wind” to describe bloating, belching, and that uncomfortable fullness after meals. It is a familiar complaint, especially after hawker meals, festive eating, late dinners, or…
Tag: Helicobacter pylori
The H. pylori bacteria: Why stomach infections are common in Asia.
H. pylori, short for Helicobacter pylori, is a type of spiral-shaped bacterium that lives in the stomach. For many people, the infection causes no symptoms at all. For others, it…