Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast
Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast
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Welcome to the Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast with Dr. Nancy O'Hara! Ever wondered why some kids experience sudden, life-altering behavioral changes? This podcast delves into PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Strep). Experts explore the triggers, symptoms, and innovative treatments for these autoimmune disorders, blending science and heartfelt guidance. From strep to Lyme, natural therapies, emotional support, and recovery stories—this is your guide to hope and healing.
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The podcast primarily focuses on PANS and PANDAS, covering topics such as the science behind these conditions, symptoms, treatment options, and personal recovery stories. Episodes include expert interviews explaining causes like strep and Lyme, discussions on natural therapies, and practical advice for parents and caregivers navigating the challenges of these disorders.
Welcome to the Demystifying PANS/PANDAS Podcast with Dr. Nancy O’Hara! Ever wondered why some kids experience sudden, life-altering behavioral changes? This podcast delves into PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Strep). Experts explore the triggers, symptoms, and innovative treatments for these autoimmune disorders, blending science and heartfelt guidance. From strep to Lyme, natural therapies, emotional support, and recovery stories—this is your guide to hope and healing.
This episode is brought to you by ReligenDX:
ReligenDX offers the Folate Receptor Antibody Test (FRAT), which detects autoantibodies that block folate transport to the brain. It provides critical insights for families and practitioners navigating conditions like PANS, PANDAS, and autism. To learn more, visit fratnow.com or religendx.com.
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A child who starts stuttering during a flare, or whose anxiety and OCD just won't settle, can leave a family wondering what is happening in the brain. Dr. Lindsey Wells is back on Demystifying PANS/PANDAS to share her newest research on folate receptor alpha autoantibodies, which can block folate from reaching the brain. This time, she studied children in her practice with vector-borne infections and found that symptoms alone couldn't tell us which children had the antibodies. We talk about why that makes testing worth doing, and how folinic acid differs from the folic acid found in most prenatal vitamins.
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Dr. Lindsey Wells, ND, FMAPS, is a naturopathic physician in Trumbull, Connecticut, who cares for children with PANS/PANDAS, vector-borne infections, and autism. She is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). She has published research on folate receptor alpha autoantibodies in children with PANS/PANDAS and, most recently, in children with vector-borne disease.
She lectures on cerebral folate deficiency for parents and practitioners and co-created Emephysis, a calcium folinate supplement, with Dr. Myriah Hinchey for families who cannot get a prescription.
Website: lindseywellsnd.com
Instagram: @lindseywellsnd
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Nancy O’Hara, MD, MPH, FAAP, FMAPS
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