10 Symptoms of SIBO
Symptom #5: Constipation
Whereas diarrhea is food passing too quickly through the digestive system resulting in watery stools, constipation is quite the opposite. People with constipation will have difficulty passing stools, partly because the stools are dry and hard due to so much water being absorbed from them. They can also feel as though they are blocked up and it can become painful.
SIBO can cause the passage of food through the system to slow down, resulting in constipation. It is not as common as diarrhea but is still a symptom that is often associated with the condition. If the symptoms remain for too long or if the pain gets too severe, you should arrange to speak with a medical professional.
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