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What Causes Abdominal Bloating And Cramps While On Probiotics?

Hello how are you I have been taking a probiotic 3 times a day as prescribed. I have on and off since taking bloating, sever stomach cramps, loose stool, nausea, and feel like I have flu bug. Only ate today saltine crackers and a jello. Can Probiotics cause stomach pain and symptons described above? HELP
Mon, 2 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query your have symptoms of abdominal bloating and cramps while on probiotics which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis which is a type of viral infection. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in body. Stop taking probiotics for sometimes and discuss with doctor. I would suggest you to take proper rest. You should have plenty of fluids to rehydrate. You should take diet rich in multivitamins. Avoid intake of outside hot and spicy food substances. Visit general physician once and get it examined. You should get blood tests done to find out underlying cause of your condition whether bacterial or viral and start treatment accordingly. You should take diet rich in fibers and proton pump inhibitors. Your symptoms will resolve in 3-5 days.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Abdominal Bloating And Cramps While On Probiotics?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your have symptoms of abdominal bloating and cramps while on probiotics which seems to be due to acute gastroenteritis which is a type of viral infection. It could be due to electrolyte imbalance in body. Stop taking probiotics for sometimes and discuss with doctor. I would suggest you to take proper rest. You should have plenty of fluids to rehydrate. You should take diet rich in multivitamins. Avoid intake of outside hot and spicy food substances. Visit general physician once and get it examined. You should get blood tests done to find out underlying cause of your condition whether bacterial or viral and start treatment accordingly. You should take diet rich in fibers and proton pump inhibitors. Your symptoms will resolve in 3-5 days. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari