Treatment of autism by changing the gut microbiota. A method of treating autism in China, which is gaining popularity.
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are severe developmental disorders of the nervous system that first appear in newborns and young children.
The problems faced by a child with AU include a lack of social and linguistic skills, as well as repetitive behaviors.
According to a study conducted in 2016, it is estimated that 62.2 million people worldwide suffer from ASD. And the development of clinical treatment for them is becoming increasingly important.
Numerous comorbidities, including epilepsy, anxiety, depression, Tourette's syndrome, tic disorders, gastrointestinal (GI) problems, and mental retardation, are associated with autism spectrum disorder.
Among them, gastrointestinal problems such as abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea are common comorbidities affecting 9 to >70% of children with ASD.
These diseases of the gastrointestinal tract can be difficult to treat, as they are often resistant to standard therapy.
Problems with the gastrointestinal tract are related to intestinal bacteria. The gut–brain axis, which describes the mutual interaction between the central nervous system (CNS) and the trillions of microorganisms living in the gut, is a pathway through which changes in the gut microbiota can affect brain function and development.
Thus, the composition and functions of the intestinal microbiota are important for the treatment of ASD.
In addition, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, according to research by scientists, have confirmed the relationship with other concomitant diseases in ASD, such as sleep disorders, abnormal mood and social deficits.
Compared with patients with ASD without gastrointestinal symptoms, it was found that concomitant gastrointestinal pathology in patients with ASD was associated with increased sleep problems, abnormal mood, reasoned, oppositional, defiant or destructive behavior, anxiety, sensory reactivity, rigid compulsive behavior, self-harm aggression, lack of expressive speech, and social impairments.
Chinese doctors are already offering an innovative method of treating children with an autistic developmental spectrum based on the correction of intestinal microflora by taking capsules with a graft of donor fecal microbiota.
This method of treatment has already proven itself in the treatment of other complex gastrointestinal diseases such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and others.
However, in China, when treating children with ASD, they are suitable in a comprehensive manner, and today, in addition to taking capsules with donor microflora, a methodology has been developed in which work is underway with the child to change his eating behavior and eating habits, infusion therapy with immunoglobulins is added, in some cases hormone therapy is necessary.
The results of treatment of patients with ASD using this methodology should be expected to regulate the emotional state, improve (the appearance of) speech, change taste habits, improve mental state and physical endurance. Improvement of cognitive abilities and learning ability. The manifestation of self-awareness, the formulation of their own views and opinions.
Some of our patients have already received this therapy, and together with the doctors, we are seeing improvements in patients, even in patients aged 10-12 years.
However, the best age for the treatment of ASD is the first years of life. In such cases, you should expect a better result.
Children with autism come to us after various types of treatment, including stem cell treatment and long-term rehabilitation. And significant improvements are noted only after this treatment.
However, it should be understood that treatment may not be suitable for everyone. Therefore, we offer online consultations (in person or in absentia, based on documents and videos). with a doctor before going for treatment.
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