What is dysbiosis?

Dysbiosis refers to an imbalance of the microbiota, which consists of microorganisms living in the gut. It may be caused by a variety of factors, such as antibiotic exposure or diet. Treatment for dysbiosis may include dietary changes or taking a probiotic.

How do members experience dysbiosis?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with dysbiosis*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for dysbiosis*

Who has dysbiosis on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 2
30s 4
40s 3
50s 5
60s 6
70+ 3

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 5
Female 19