Have you ever experienced such severe bloating that you couldn't fasten your pants? If you regularly have gas and gas problems, you may be dealing with SIBO syndrome. We consulted a gastroenterologist to find out if it is possible.
SIBOsmall intestinal bacterial overgrowthis a serious condition that affects the functioning of the small intestine. It appears when there isan excessive growth of the bacterial florain this organ. This causes pain, diarrhea and in some cases even weight loss. What are the other symptoms of SIBO syndrome?
- Flatulence,
- Bloating without gases,
- Constipation,
- Gases,
- Abdominal pain,
- Indigestion,
- Reflux,
- Bounce,
- Changing the rhythm of bowel movements,
- A feeling of pumping up in the upper abdomen.
Flatulence is on the list of SIBO symptoms. Can they be a sign of bacterial overgrowth then? This question was answered by a gastroenterologist and gastroenterologist, Dr. Dariusz Maj from the Damian Medical Center in Warsaw.
- Flatulence may suggest that it is SIBO, but generally flatulence is also a very little characteristic symptom that cannot be adapted to one disease entity.It can be a symptom of many different diseases , but indeed, if someone feels bloated, we can recognize SIBO, especially if they appear after foods with a high sugar content - said Dr. Dariusz Maj in an interview with the He alth Guide.
SIBO syndrome may occur, among others, when they occur:
- functional and motor disorders(e.g. IBS irritable bowel syndrome),
- anatomical abnormalities(e.g. intestinal stricture or postoperative adhesions),
- metabolic and systemic diseases(e.g. diabetes, cirrhosis, cystic fibrosis),
- immune system disorders(e.g. IgA deficiency),
- other factors(e.g. symptoms of diverticulosis, advanced age).
You can read about how to treat SIBO syndrome in the article on bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine!