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A member asked:

Could stomach bug help me reset, or eliminate the microflora in my gut? i have had ibs issues for a few months before this bug and seems to recovered.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

May be it wasn't IBS: was another problem and was treated , elimination of gut microflora isn't helpful, bottom line you are better, wish you well

Answered 4/8/2019

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