This essentially causes the bacteria to “back up” instead of being released during the normal digestive process.
Patients with chronic GI symptoms in hypothyroidism should be evaluated for the possibility of SIBO.
Treatment with antibiotics has been found to be effective in managing the condition.
Verywell / Michela Buttignol
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