Do you know what really causes ulcers? It’s not stress—it’s microbes! Meet Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria responsible for most peptic ulcers, but don’t worry, this cuddly plush version is all about fun, not pain. Spread smiles with this humorous and educational gift!
Educational Tool and Gift:
Our H. pylori plush makes an excellent educational tool and a thoughtful gift for friends, family, healthcare professionals, and science lovers. It’s a lighthearted way to share knowledge about the bacteria behind stomach ulcers while supporting science literacy.
Features:
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High-Quality Materials: Made from soft, premium plush materials, this adorable version of H. pylori accurately represents the microbe in an approachable and fun way.
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Educational Card: Each plush includes a fact-filled educational card about H. pylori, enhancing the learning experience with fascinating information.
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Fun for All Ages: A great tool for teaching microbiology and health or simply for adding a quirky plush to your collection.
Actual Size: Helicobacter pylori is an S-shaped bacterium measuring about 0.5 x 5 micrometers, which makes this plush 1,000,000 times larger than the real microbe!
All About Helicobacter pylori (Ulcers):
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Facts: For decades, stress and diet were thought to cause ulcers, but in 1983, researchers discovered that Helicobacter pylori bacteria were the real culprit. Though half of the population carries this bacterium, only a small percentage develop ulcers, but when they do, H. pylori is found in 90-95% of cases.
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Symptoms: H. pylori can cause peptic ulcers, painful sores that form in the stomach or intestines. While many people don’t experience symptoms, those with ulcers may feel stomach pain, nausea, and other digestive issues.
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Treatment: Antibiotics can treat H. pylori infections, reducing ulcer recurrence rates to less than 10% per year. Antacids are often used alongside antibiotics to heal the stomach lining.
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History: Discovered in 1982 by Australian doctors Barry Marshall and Robin Warren, H. pylori changed the understanding of ulcer disease and earned the doctors the Nobel Prize in 2005.
Product Information:
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Materials: Made with new, soft plush materials and filled with polyester fiber, the H. pylori plush is as huggable as it is educational.
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Packaging: Each plush comes with a printed card featuring fun, educational facts about H. pylori.
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Safety: This plush meets or exceeds U.S. and European safety standards, making it safe for ages 3 and up.
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Sizes: GIANTmicrobes are designed to be 1,000,000 times larger than the microbes they represent!
- Gigantic (GG): 16-24"
- XL (XL): 10-15"
- Original (PD): 5-8"
- Keychain (KC): 2-4" with clip
Get Your H. pylori Plush Today:
Support science education while gifting a laugh with our H. pylori plush. It’s a great reminder that knowledge is power, and sometimes, it’s microbes—not stress—that cause our health issues!