Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
What is my SIBO Score? Take the 2 minute quiz to find out
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, well known as SIBO, occurs when the bacteria that normally live in the large intestine mooooove backwards and set up their home in the small intestine. And then they feast. On your food. And then they produce a ton of gas. And OUCH, that really really sucks (for you, not them...they are probably quite happy really).
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This quiz is for informative purposes only. It is not intended for assessment, diagnosis or treatment purposes. If you feel you require medical assistance, please seek out a qualified health care professional for a proper assessment.
Hello there! Tell us a bit about yourself!
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How often do you pass wind/gas or fart?
(Remember, it's just you and the screen here, no need to blame the dog)
How often do you have a bowel movement?
What do your bowel movements look like MOST of the time?
How often do you burp?
How often do you have abdominal pain or cramps?
This can be sharp or dull pain anywhere from your boobs to your pubes
Do you have heartburn?
Do you react to many foods? Do you have food sensitivities?
Have you even been diagnosed with B12 or iron deficiency?
What does your belly look like?
What is it?
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is where there an overgrowth of bacteria has set up in the intestines. Normally the small intestine is free of any bacteria but once it has been infected it can cause painful symptoms that often get labelled as “Irritable Bowel Syndrome”.
The following are just some of the symptoms that are caused by SIBO:
Constipation, diarrhea, bloating and gas, GERD, fatigue,
SIBO often leads to leaky gut which in turn causes food sensitivities. It is a complex health problem.
How is it diagnosed?
It is diagnosed using a simple breath test which detects abnormally high levels of methane and/or hydrogen that are put out by the bacteria
How is it treated?
Our naturopathic doctors are trained in the treatment of SIBO. It is treated using antibiotics (conventional or herbal) and by following a special diet. We often recommend motility agents, probiotics and other products to heal the gut.
Where can I get more info?
A great website with a wealth of info can be found at siboinfo.com