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Hydrogen breath test
Am advised i can eat light breakfast two hoyrs before the test but i know whole night fasting is essential for the test. Which one is correct for correct result? Does hydrogen breath test deosnot require twelve hour fasting or stopping of any kind of mediciens. I have taken a light antibiotic for influenze which ended last friday and my test is tomrrow! Kindly suggest plz
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For a hydrogen breath test, overnight fasting (8â12 hours) is usually required - only water is allowed. Eating a light breakfast a few hours before the test can interfere with accuracy, so itâs best to follow the fasting rule. Certain medicines (like antibiotics, laxatives, or probiotics) can also affect results; ideally antibiotics should be stopped at least 2-4 weeks before the test for reliable readings. Since your antibiotic course ended just last Friday and the test is tomorrow, it may reduce accuracy.
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Dr. Chaithra H
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Needs to be evaluated
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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