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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
Breathalyzer
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
Breathalyzer
by dessie111, Jun 24, 2009 08:34AM
Hi doc,
got your response yesterday, thanks so much, I think you are probably right about the malabsorption issue whether it being SIBO and or lactose intolerant, But I live in Tampa florida an I have checked with all the Gastros here in this area and none of the nurses in the offices have a clue what I am talking about?? Is this breathalyzer in the office or usually done in a lab??
Still awaiting for test results from biopsy and endoscopy, but do not think they test for SIBO?
I think I am going to wait on the HIDA scan, my stools have food, but not fat and don't really have pain
thanks for any more information you can provide?
Can I just have my Doc treat for SIBO and see if I get better?? If so what would you treat with??
thanks, Des
got your response yesterday, thanks so much, I think you are probably right about the malabsorption issue whether it being SIBO and or lactose intolerant, But I live in Tampa florida an I have checked with all the Gastros here in this area and none of the nurses in the offices have a clue what I am talking about?? Is this breathalyzer in the office or usually done in a lab??
Still awaiting for test results from biopsy and endoscopy, but do not think they test for SIBO?
I think I am going to wait on the HIDA scan, my stools have food, but not fat and don't really have pain
thanks for any more information you can provide?
Can I just have my Doc treat for SIBO and see if I get better?? If so what would you treat with??
thanks, Des
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Jun 25, 2009 06:51AM
, Jun 25, 2009 06:51AM
The breath tests for lactose intolerance is known as the lactose breath hydrogen test. The one for bacterial overgrown is officially called the [14C]-d-xylose breath test.
Both can be discussed with a GI physician, most likely at an academic medical center.
No, the biopsy nor the endoscopy is not diagnosed for bacterial overgrowth.
There are a variety of antibiotic regimens for treatment, including the combination of Augmentin and Flagyl or Rifaximin alone, among others.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
KevinMD.com
Twitter.com/kevinmd
Both can be discussed with a GI physician, most likely at an academic medical center.
No, the biopsy nor the endoscopy is not diagnosed for bacterial overgrowth.
There are a variety of antibiotic regimens for treatment, including the combination of Augmentin and Flagyl or Rifaximin alone, among others.
These options can be discussed with your personal physician.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
KevinMD.com
Twitter.com/kevinmd
