Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is when gut bacteria present in regions other than the small intestine start growing in the small intestine. It is characterized by stomach fullness, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain after eating, indigestion, etc. These small intestine bacteria can lead to malnutrition. Antibiotics, nutritional supplements, and probiotics are used for its treatment.
Sibo Breath Test: An Overview
The SIBO breath test detects bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine. Read on to learn more.
