Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
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Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth occurs when a larger-than-usual amount of microorganisms grows in a part of the digestive tract where there are normally few, which alters digestion and the absorption of nutrients.
Common symptoms: It can cause abdominal bloating, gas, belly discomfort, diarrhea and, in some cases, weight loss or discomfort after eating.
Common causes: It is usually related to changes in intestinal movement or to conditions that alter the anatomy or the flow within the intestine.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist is the one who studies this type of digestive abnormality and, in minors, the pediatric gastroenterologist. If you have persistent digestive discomfort, a professional review helps identify its source.
Data on 28 doctors who treat small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
Which specialist treats small intestinal bacterial overgrowth?
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you have bloating, gas, or recurring diarrhea, it's worth scheduling a visit with this specialist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is small intestinal bacterial overgrowth?
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth occurs when a larger-than-usual amount of microorganisms grows in a part of the digestive tract where there are normally few, which alters digestion and the absorption of nutrients.
Which doctor treats small intestinal bacterial overgrowth?
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a specialist in the digestive tract. If you have bloating, gas, or recurring diarrhea, it's worth scheduling a visit with this specialist.