Join pharmacist Jay Gill as he interviews Dr. Megan Lee from the Lee Clinic in Winchester and Leesburg, Virginia. Dr. Lee discusses small intestinal bacterial overgrowth or SIBO. This is a disorder where bacteria from the large intestine have worked their way up into the small bowel. SIBO is more common than we think and is often underdiagnosed. Up to 1/3 of patients with IBS have SIBO. Symptoms of SIBO are fat in the stool, vitamin deficiencies, bloating, gas, abdominal pain, weight loss, constipation and/or diarrhea. SIBO can also have non-gastrointestinal symptoms, such as fatigue, joint pain, headache, anxiety and depression. Dr. Lee discusses treatment options and says she likes to turn your circus into a symphony, so that your hormones, diet, lifestyle, and hormones are all working together harmoniously. While herbal or prescription antibiotics might be needed, using a probiotic, reducing sugar and changing your diet can be a big step toward curing SIBO. The Lee Clinic specializes in treating hormone imbalance, thyroid disorders and gut health. Learn more at https://theleeclinic.com/
