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A member asked:

Does eating probiotic yogurt/drinks help while being sick?

5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Might. Worth a try.

Answered 1/12/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It may, specifically if taking antibiotics and if tolerated.

Answered 1/13/2023

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Objective evidence for the usefulness of probiotics is lacking.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 1/23/2023

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If you are not taking a number of medications that could interact with the probiotics, than the combination of the probiotics should help.

Answered 1/22/2023

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