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Dr. Ronald Roth Acu-Cell AI

Understanding SIBO and Bloating

  • Yes, Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is one of the primary and most common root causes of chronic bloating, abdominal distension, and excessive gas.
  • Under normal physiological conditions, the small intestine contains a relatively low number of bacteria compared to the large intestine.

How SIBO Causes Bloating

  • When large numbers of bacteria migrate into or proliferate within the small intestine, they prematurely ferment ingested carbohydrates, sugars, and starches.
  • This abnormal fermentation process produces large volumes of gases—primarily hydrogen, methane, or hydrogen sulfide.
  • The rapid accumulation of these gases in the upper GI tract leads directly to painful pressure, expansion of the abdomen, and severe bloating.

Underlying Factors to Consider

  • SIBO rarely occurs in isolation; it is usually secondary to underlying imbalances such as:
  • Impaired motility (the migrating motor complex).
  • Low stomach acid (hydrochloric acid) production.
  • Pancreatic enzyme insufficiency.
  • Structural or anatomical issues in the gastrointestinal tract.
  • To resolve bloating permanently, addressing symptom management alone is insufficient; one must identify and correct the underlying trigger that allowed the bacterial overgrowth to develop in the first place.
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