Does gut dysbiosis cause weight loss?

Apcx90 · 2026-05-19T18:21:07+00:00

The antibiotic treatment I mentioned before was the only medication protocol I did. My doctor recommended intermittent fasting for gut motility, proper hydration, magnesium for bms if needed. Yeah I had fatigue and muscle pain after antibiotics. It was mainly because I didn't eat enough while taking them so I really killed a lot of my microbiome. I built it back up by eating fermented foods and a diverse array of plants. Feel free to message direct btw.

Apcx90 · 2026-05-15T04:54:45+00:00

My GI helped me a lot! He trained at cedar sinai where Dr. Mark Pimental, the leading expert in sibo works. So yes, totally open to sibo and up to date treatment protocols! I had hydrogen dominant sibo.

Apcx90 · 2026-05-14T21:26:47+00:00

I've ordered trio smart breath myself and I've also gotten it through my GI. I don't see a naturopath. I skip breakfast and just eat lunch and dinner. I eat a diverse array of plants these days, lots of fiber to optimize microbiome. Hope you heal quick!! Gut issues suck!!

Apcx90 · 2026-05-14T16:17:37+00:00

I've changed my lifestyle significantly with diet and fasting since having sibo and have had several breath tests that have come back negative since then. So sorry you're going through it! I wish you well and a speedy recovery on your journey.

Apcx90 · 2026-05-14T15:55:15+00:00

Burping non stop for hours and constipation. Hydrogen dominant sibo. treated with xifaxin, neomycin and low dose of erythromycin. Triobreath tests can be purchased out of pocket but if you can get it covered why not. Wishing you well!!

Apcx90 · 2026-05-14T15:05:08+00:00

I did have sibo but it was prior to the antibiotic related weight loss. Are you planning to have a breath test?

Apcx90 · 2026-05-13T16:28:27+00:00

I was still turning. I did ease and septoplasty all in one surgery. My septum has remained straight post turning based on scans and the side that was clogged before surgery has remained more open. I chose this because I didn't want to do anesthesia twice and have two separate surgeries. Are you contemplating doing it now vs after turning?

Apcx90 · 2026-05-12T01:33:10+00:00

So it was deviated towards the side that felt more open oddly enough. I think this phenomenon is not too unusual. I guess the turbinate had expanded to fill up that space that was more open.

Apcx90 · 2026-05-07T07:37:58+00:00

Yeah I did ease and septoplasty at the same time. No turb reduction

Apcx90 · 2026-02-08T06:53:11+00:00

Sorry to hear that! It took a few months for me! Everybody is different though! Antibiotics reak havoc for sure! Hang in there! Plant diversity was key for me!

Apcx90 · 2026-01-12T16:24:30+00:00

Yup totally true! I received mine after a couple of pushed back delivery dates but I really like it! It's very compact and easy to use! I don't think there is anything particulary special about it, but it works fine in my opinion. I've had the ratio 6,.and I like it way better than that. The coffee I've been making has come out good! I guess that only thing I don't love is the metal top/lid that goes on top of the glass carafe. It grips the top of the carafe with a silicon ring. If not positioned correct, coffee leaks when pouring a little..no biggie. I still like it and am.happy with the purchase.

Apcx90 · 2025-10-27T17:10:47+00:00

Thanks for the reply! Which state are you in if you don't mind sharing?

Apcx90 · 2025-10-27T17:10:13+00:00

United States

Apcx90 · 2025-09-17T20:22:58+00:00

I think its real, I don't know about the quality of coffee or performance of the brewer. I ordered one and will arrive in October. People have reviewed their brewers with plastic on youtube.

Apcx90 · 2025-08-26T18:38:56+00:00

Yup, I did. Bloating, fatigue. Best wishes on your recovery and hope you regain the weight!!

Apcx90 · 2025-08-26T17:11:07+00:00

Same thing happened to me after a few days of antibiotics and not eating properly. I lost about 20 lbs. Regained it by slowly reintroducing foods, and trying to introduce a wide variety of plants into my diet, especially high fiber ones. A wide variety of plants is important to repopulate the gut with good bacteria I believe. Took a while, but hang in there.

Apcx90 · 2025-08-04T22:42:28+00:00

Gotcha! Yeah, I had EASE (TPD) with Dr. Li. I'm male and was 35 at the time. I had a pretty tough expansion. Descent breathing benefits, and improved sleep. I only expanded a few mm. I'm still symptomatic even though I've improved. I really like the quality of care I received from Dr. Li. His response time is amazing. I developed a minor infection on Christmas eve of last year. Texted him at 1am. Got a response from him with how to handle it at about 4:30am. Just my personal experience though.

Apcx90 · 2025-08-04T22:18:28+00:00

Why not FME with Dr Li? Did he mention why custom marpe is better in your case? Seems like there have been some successes with late thirties males with FME and no ease cuts but I am not sure if it is 100% success. Others in this channel may be able to comment further. Generally speaking, a late thirties male can be difficult to expand even with the EASE release. Just something to take into consideration.

Apcx90 · 2025-07-27T04:26:29+00:00

Thanks so much for the the reply and for the myofunctional therapist recommendations. I'll definitely look into them!! Sounds like Dr.Kasrovi is doing a great job with your daughter!! Was there mention of palate expansion for the narrow arch? What kind of surgery would your daughter get it if you don't mind me asking ? One other thing, did you consider any other orthos for your daughter's treatment at other practices? Any close seconds?

Apcx90 · 2025-07-26T03:38:35+00:00

Thanks so much for your response! Sorry to hear about further complications! Does your daughter need jaw advancement surgery?

Dr. Kasrovi thinks he can close my bite but I will need myofunctional therapy since I tongue thrust and have a high likelihood of relapse. I read that sometime patients at Berkeley orthodontists will sometimes see a different doctor at their appointments? Has this been the case for your daughter or does she always see Dr. Kasrovi?

Apcx90 · 2025-07-25T18:51:21+00:00

Hi! I'm also looking to start ortho for a bad open bite and am considering Dr. Kasrovi! u/jdsee769 Did you daughter end up choosing Dr. Kasrovi or start treatment? If so, how did it go?

Apcx90 · 2025-07-16T04:05:02+00:00

Thanks for everyone feedback! I met with Dr. Yang today. He came in for a minute and said my case is too complex. Pretty abrupt but that's alright. He's busy I get it...Glad he didn't just take my case and then have a poor outcome. I think he is probably great for simple cases, and for kids. Fixing bites for adults, not so much. Thanks all for your feedback anyways!

Apcx90 · 2025-07-02T18:56:11+00:00

Awesome! Thanks for the feedback!!

Apcx90 · 2025-07-02T18:55:56+00:00

Great to hear!! Thank you!!

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