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Is it advisable to take probiotics if you have sibo (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)?

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Dr. Keith Ramsey answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine

Yes: It can help by filling your intestine with healthy bacteria. The healthy bacteria can crowd out the bad bacteria and improve your digestive well being.

Answered 9/16/2018

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