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Probiotics

Probiotics were mentioned today by the ID. The diarrhea is out of control. It is not getting better.
Leif allowed me to help in the diaper changing. It is basically thick blood. 

Probiotic questions:
1) As a last ditch attempt to help his gut is it possible to take Leif off all antibiotics and aggressively try probiotics to try and stop the Diarrhea? 
2) Is it possible to add probiotics without stopping the antibiotics?

Sepsis Questions:
1) What is the possibility of sepsis now?
2) What would be the possibility of sepsis without antibiotics but with probiotics?
3) What is the chance of sepsis with antibiotics and probiotics?

Is there an expert on this anywhere that could be consulted?
 

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