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That would explain a lot, right?
Maybe you've had low levels of T3 for years but you didn't realize it could have something to do with your IBS or SIBO.
What do you do once your antibacterial protocol to treat SIBO is done?
There is typically a break before starting the next round of antibacterial treatment if it's needed.
So, you have a few options:
1. Reassess your symptoms: are they better or worse?
2. Redo the SIBO test: to see how the levels of gases have changed
3. Try a prokinetic
Why are prokinetics important?
They do three things:
1. Maintain progress you have made with the antibacterial treatment
2. Can give symptomatic relief
3. Help to prevent relapse, which is common with SIBO
How do they work?
Unlike laxatives, they don't work on the large intestine primarily, although some can affect it. Prokinetics target the upper digestive system: the stomach and small intestine.
Prokinetics help the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC), which is affected in SIBO.
They are not habit forming like laxatives and can be used long term.
Prokinetics stimulate the smooth...