What is Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth or SIBO? <br />http://www.healtheducationcentre.com/naturopathy/ <br /> <br />It is an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine area which is the first part of the intestine after the stomach. It can occur in many reasons; it can be an overgrowth of bacteria such as, Escherichia coli (E. Coli), Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, Bacteroides, Enterococcus, etc. The overgrowth of bacteria can cause bloating, diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of weight, etc. <br /> <br />So how can SIBO be diagnosed? Generally, it can be diagnosed by a breath-test: hydrogen breath-test, hydrogen methane breath test or depending on the breath test being used to diagnose exactly what is going on. Aside from the breath tests, the physical symptoms are very clear. <br /> <br />Some practitioners make exploratory tests to their patients which may not be necessary. Treatments are often done with antibiotics. However, I don't favour antibiotics, I favour using certain probiotics or specific probiotics (natural way) so that it'll allow the small intestine to function properly and to self-regulate. <br /> <br />If you think that you have SIBO or you have been diagnosed with SIBO, see a medical nutritionist and a naturopath. Call us Now at 02 9571 4333 to book an appointment (Australia). Visit us at http://www.healtheducationcentre.com/naturopathy/
