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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.

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I have IBS and seems to be related to SIBO. Please advise management.

Query: Hi doctor, I realize I have IBS symptoms and they seem to be related to SIBO. I need your advice on how to treat it effectively. Here are some symptoms and test results. 1. Leaky gut or intestinal permeability with multiple food intolerances. 2. Seems to have hydrogen sulfide based SIBO, severe far...  Read Full »

Dr. Sultan Zeb Khan

Dr. Sultan Zeb Khan

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The best is to avoid eating foods that cause trouble. Secondly, for SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), it is better to use a combination of Tetracyclines plus Metronidazole for two weeks. Effective probiotic will also help. Take the following medications: 1...  Read Full »

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