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Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

Alternate Names : Afferent Loop Syndrome, Bacterial Overgrowth - Intestine, Gastrojejunal Loop Obstruction, Overgrowth - Intestinal Bacteria, Post Gastrectomy Syndrome, Stagnant Loop

Definition

Intestinal bacterial overgrowth occurs when the normal bacterial population of the gut has been eradicated. This is caused by a variety of disorders. Symptoms include abdominal pain and diarrhea. Severe cases lead to malnutrition.

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Review Date : 4/29/2003
Reviewed By : Andrew J. Muir, M.D., M.H.S., Division of Gastroenterology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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