ABOUT:
SIBO is a common clinical condition characterized by excessive bacteria in the small intestine and can develop in a variety of patient populations.
Symptoms and conditions commonly associated with SIBO include:
- Bloating/distension
- Gas
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Celiac Disease
- Diabetes
- Fibromyalgia
- Rosacea
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Obesity
Risk factors for development of SIBO include:
- Intestinal motility disorders
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Abdominal structural/anatomic issues
- Gastroenteritis
- Immunocompromise
- Decreased bacteriostatic digestive secretions (HCl, pancreatic enzymes, bile acids) such as with PPI use
- Ileocecal valve dysfunction
If left untreated, SIBO can lead to complications such as malabsorption and intestinal permeability, or leaky gut.
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AFTER PURCHASE:
Upon purchasing this test, we will mail you the kit. Be sure to read all instructions prior to use.
This is a three-hour breath test that you will perform at home.
Results are typically available about 4 weeks after completing the test.
PLEASE NOTE:
The purchase of this test does not include a functional wellness consultation with Dr. Nathan or Dr. Rebecca. To learn more about an initial consultation with Dr. Nathan, please visit his page here. To learn more about an initial consultation with Dr. Rebecca, please visit her page here.
You are welcome to order this test without a consultation. If you choose this option, we will e-mail you the test results when we receive them. The purchase of the test itself does not include the doctor's interpretation of results. If you would like to receive the doctor’s written interpretation and supplement recommendations, without a consultation, you can add this to your purchase for $150.
Refund policy: Once we have shipped your test kit, this purchase cannot be refunded.