SIBO (bacterial overgrowth syndrome) is a condition in which there is an abnormal increase in bacteria in the small intestine. On the other hand, gallbladder disease is a disorder in which stones form. The gallbladder becomes inflamed, which can cause abdominal pain, nausea? other symptoms. So far, the relationship between SIBO? Gallbladder disease has not been completely clarified. However, some studies have suggested that there could be a connection between the two diseases. For example, a study published in the journal “Gut and Liver” in 2016 found that patients with cholelithiasis (presence of stones in the gallbladder) had a higher prevalence of SIBO compared to in a control group. Additionally, it has been proposed that SIBO could contribute to the development of gallbladder disease. through various mechanisms. For example, excess bacteria in the small intestine could impair the absorption of bile salts, which could affect the absorption of bile salts. In turn, it could favor the formation of stones in the gallbladder. Likewise, bacteria when they migrate into the bile duct can cause inflammation? damage to the gallbladder, which would increase the risk of developing the disease. Despite these observations, more research needs to be done to confirm whether SIBO actually contributes to the development of gallbladder disease. Furthermore, it would be important to better understand the underlying mechanisms? whether the treatment of? Could SIBO help? prevent gallbladder disease in certain cases. It is important although there are indications of a possible relationship between SIBO? gallbladder disease, more scientific evidence is required to arrive at definitive conclusions.
