Studies show that there is a strong link between Fibromyalgia and SIBO. FMS is particularly associated with diarrhoea dominant SIBO.
One study by Dr Mark Pimental found that of 123 subjects with Fybromyalgia (FMS) 96 [78%] were found to have SIBO!
Fibromyalgia patients say they get “every cold that comes around.” A suppressed immune system is a welcome mat for infections such as viral illnesses and fungal infections.
The digestive system is critical to the whole body, including our immune system. It can be likened to the root of the tree. If the root is sick, how can the tree be healthy?
In many chronic illnesses, including fibromyalgia, the digestive tract has been compromised by over-consumption of refined carbohydrates coupled with high antibiotic, and other prescription drug use.
This can create “dysbiosis” – overgrowth of opportunistic organisms and a decrease in beneficial bacteria. Immunosuppression is the result.
Symptoms of massive digestive fungal overgrowth can mimic those of fibromyalgia and include chronic sinusitis, fatigue and “brain fog.”