SIBO is small intestine bacteria overgrowth. It has not been confirmed that it is related to IBS. While some people with IBS are treated with an antibiotic for SIBO so far the evidence shows that only about 10-15% of individuals with IBS 'may' have SIBO. However, the antibiotics don't cure the problem they only reduce symptoms in some people for a while and then frequently they have to take another course of antibiotics. The FDA in the US won't approve the use of antibiotics for treating IBS last year. You might talk to your GP about SIBO. The test is a breath test but it is not conclusive.
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Re: Thanks Maggie! I am SO glad you finally got this test
