If you are one of the 85% of IBS sufferers who have SIBO, you may be worried if you have heard about it and its most typical symptoms. Or perhaps your physician tested you and reported a positive SIBO result. In any case, you may be wondering at this point who can guide you through this challenging condition for your digestive health. We thought it would be useful to provide you with some guidance on finding an online SIBO practitioner given the challenges that many SIBO sufferers face in finding the appropriate local support.
Why do you require expert assistance with SIBO?
As former SIBO sufferers, we are aware of the frustrations and time lost when attempting to treat a challenging GI condition like SIBO using DIY methods and good ol' Google. In order to treat most gut-related imbalances, including SIBO, ongoing problem-solving is necessary due to the microbiome's dynamic nature, particularly in response to therapeutic diets, lifestyle modifications, and antimicrobials.
Throughout your healing process, the ideal SIBO practitioner will assist you in avoiding all common blunders and problem-solving. Additionally, they will be knowledgeable about the most recent SIBO research and will be able to draw on their experience in treating countless SIBO patients just like you.
Even though gut healing can be an expensive process, the practitioner typically only accounts for about one-third of the total cost. Therefore, whether you have the necessary support or not, you'll end up spending the same amount of money on testing and supplements alone (and not always the right ones). By minimizing the amount of pointless testing and supplements you need to try, a good SIBO practitioner will typically end up saving you money in the long run.
What should I check for on a doctor's or clinic's website?
What should you look for on a practitioner's or clinic's website once you have discovered one that provides online consultations to determine if they are the right fit for you?
Do They Emphasize Sibo As A Specialty?
On the website, it will be noted if a practitioner specializes in SIBO. For instance, when we discuss our area of expertise, we mention that we specialize in chronic digestive complaints like SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), gut infections, and chronic constipation. It's unlikely that they are experts in something if it isn't mentioned on the website.
Do They Provide A Summary Of Their Testing, Treatment, And Other Content That Shows Their Expertise?
The more details about SIBO that are provided on a website, the more faith you can have in their method and knowledge. You can find a list of our SIBO articles HERE. We enjoy writing blogs and articles on various SIBO topics.
Are they also knowledgeable about other GI imbalances and general digestive health?
SIBO rarely occurs on its own and frequently co-occurs with parasites and pathogenic bacteria, among other gut infections. This is especially true in cases of SIBO that keep relapsing. This is why selecting a doctor or clinic with experience in other GI conditions will help you avoid having to see multiple doctors in the future.
Does their team include Sibo and digestive experts?
There are many advantages to working with an online clinic with a team of doctors, including:
a) a broader base of knowledge in other GI conditions if you don't just have SIBO.
b) enhanced case conference meetings for challenging or resistant SIBO cases.
c) continuity of care should something happen to your practitioner within the same practice.
Does This Company Provide A Free Pre-Consultation Call?
Due to the fact that many of our clients have never worked with an online practitioner before, we like to provide a free 15-minute pre-consultation call so that both our practitioners and potential clients can learn more about your situation and how our process operates. This is fairly typical among online practitioners and aids prospective clients in getting a sense of comfort with their practitioner prior to scheduling a call.
Do They Have Time Slots That Work For You For Appointments?
A practitioner might or might not have appointments available at convenient times depending on where they are located. You should be able to see their availability and whether they provide options like after-hours or weekend consultations if they have an online appointment booking calendar.
Final thoughts
For various SIBO cases, some practitioners use a one-size-fits-all protocol. Over the years, we've discovered that the best outcomes come from customizing each protocol and making changes as needed along the way in response to symptoms and progress. Additionally, we advise working with a professional who is open to using a variety of natural antimicrobials as well as alternative methods like the elemental diet and even supplementing your doctor's use of antibiotics in cases where they are necessary.
