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I read a book a new ibs solution the doctor says ibs is caused by overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine and treats with a 10 day antibiotic treatment. how can i find a dr who will give me this?

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Functional Med doc: You may want to seek out a functional medicine doctor. Some gastroenterologists are also familiar and comfortable with treating irritable bowel syndrome with probiotics. Genova diagnostics and some other companies have a functional bowel test that can help the doctor determine if you have problems with your bacterial flora.

Answered 7/31/2014

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Dr. William Witt answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

IBS and antibiotics: Talk to a gastro-enterologist; they will be very familiar with this issue.

Answered 11/19/2017

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