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How do you know when to repeat SIBO and try pharmaceuticals, or shift to [a] leaky gut test and treatment?

Chris Kresser: Sandy asked, “How do you know when to repeat SIBO and try pharmaceuticals, or shift to [a] leaky gut test and treatment?”

By retesting, so if they still have SIBO, then we’re likely to continue treating until they don’t, although in a small minority of cases, it can be very difficult to fully get rid of SIBO, especially if their underlying neurological issues are, for example, cystic fibrosis or Parkinson’s [disease], or something like that.

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