a few yrs ago i took rifaximin to treat bacterial overgrowth, i supplemented during & after with intensive probiotics and had very good results for a while after. my stools and bowel function normalized. so i tried a 2nd course a little over a month ago and unfortunately i didnt have the same results. ever since i have been experiencing severe bloating and gas and i cant get rid of it. im spending a week with my girlfriend in Paris starting this sunday and i really dont wanna be gassy & bloated the whole time. anyone know what i can do? ive been taking some herbal antimicrobials but they only work for a while and as soon as i stop the bloating returns. Also probiotics dont seem to be doing the trick. Also on my last night of the 2nd course of antibiotics i drank WAY too much alcohol and was sick the next day so not sure if that messed me up; not the best judgement on my part but it was a wild fun party would appreciate any help on this since it is time sensitive - thanks
Have you modified your diet like it is suggested by Heather Eating for IBS diet or the FODMAP diet discussed in the first three links in my signature. The two approaches can be integrated nicely. You might also ask your GI doctor for a referral to a dietitian who is familiar with the FODMAP approach as it has been widely clinically tested on individuals with functional bowel disorders such as IBS.
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would appreciate any help on this since it is time sensitive - thanks
