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Will probiotics help with constipation and abdominal bloating? which one should i use?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

A trial of: a Probiotic preparation is certainly worth it but at your age I would suggest a GI evaluation to rule out more specific issues which could cause the symptoms you describe! We do not recommend a specific preparation on Health Tap however your Pharmacist may be able to suggest an effective OTC preparation. Hope this helps! Dr Z

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Answered 11/28/2017

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