Hi everyone,
I posted previously about some extreme gas issues (I'm 8 years post-takedown with ulcerative colitis), and a few helpful posters mentioned that I might have SIBO.
My family doctor does not think I have SIBO and has prescribed Omeprazole, even though I've never had heartburn. She thinks that what would normally be manifesting as heartburn has instead become gas and bloating because my digestion is sped up. I'm not sure if this sounds reasonable or if this is a stretch. After reading the potential side effects of this medication, such as peptic ulcer, I'm not even sure I want to try it.
She said that the next option would be to eliminate gluten and lactose, and she seems very certain that this is an enzyme issue, although I haven't had any testing done.
Should I just skip straight to a FODMAP diet? I currently stick to a low residue diet but I'll be honest and say that I do eat a lot of sugary foods to keep my weight up. I literally broke down at the doctor's office. I used to feel so much healthier than this just a few months ago and I just want to get back to the best that my body can be.
Thank you for any advice.
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