Dysbacteriosis Intestinal

A syndrome characterized by excessive microbial contamination of the small intestine and changes in the microbial composition of the large intestine. With dysbiosis, qualitative and quantitative changes in the composition of microbial associations in the gastrointestinal tract are observed.

The causes of intestinal dysbiosis include: diseases of the stomach, intestines, pancreas, liver, kidneys; long-term uncontrolled use of antibiotics; use of cytostatics and glucocorticoids.

Symptoms of dysbiosis: dyspepsia, loss of appetite, flatulence, diarrhea or constipation.

The diagnosis is confirmed by examination of fecal microflora.

Treatment: discontinuation of antibiotics, antimicrobial drugs, probiotics, enterosorbents, replacement therapy.

Prevention: rational prescription of antibiotics, good nutrition, restorative therapy.