In Episode 16 of Thyroid Answers Podcast, Dr. Eric Balcavage and Dr. Erica Riggleman discuss Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth with the CEO and founder of Aerodiagnostics Gary M. Stapleton.
Unlike the colon (or large bowel), which is rich with bacteria. Patients with bacterial overgrowth typically develop symptoms including nausea, bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, malnutrition, weight loss and malabsorption.
This podcast is loaded with information on what SIBO is, what causes SIBO, and the connection between hypothyroidism (glandular and cellular), and Hashimoto's.
Mr. Stapleton discusses the different types of testing for SIBO and the unique methods by which his labs collects specimens and provides results. He also reviews the efficacy and accuracy of the testing performed through his lab.
Many people suffer with GI symptoms and non-intestinal symptoms that can be caused by bacteria (and yeast) overgrowth int the small intestine. Some of the symptoms associated with SIBO include:
Common symptoms of SIBO and IBS include:
Nausea
Bloating
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Malnutrition
Weight loss
Joint pain
Fatigue
Rashes
Acne
Eczema
Asthma
Depression
Rosacea
The trio discuss the differences between stool testing, urine, and breath testing and how these tests can and should be evaluated to determine if someone has small bowel or large bowel overgrowth.
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