An increased frequency of infections due to which of the following organism has been repoed among patients with achlorhydria?
The acidic pH of the stomach is an impoant barrier to some enteric pathogens. An increased frequency of infections due to Salmonella, G. lamblia, is seen in patients who have undergone gastric surgery or are achlorhydric for some other reason. Reference: Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th Edition, Page1085
Salmonella
Shigella
Entamoeba
Vibrio cholera