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Researchers have connected microbiome composition to a whole host of diseases and cancer seems to be next in line to receive attention from the microbiology community. Researchers have shown that the efficacy of certain anti-cancer drugs may be impacted by the microbial composition of the patient. We will cover the topic in the following sections: The microbiome/cancer connection Cancer treatment …
It is becoming increasingly evident that the microbiome plays a role in a handful of neurological conditions, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis among them. GI issues have long been connected with neurological conditions, but more recent research has uncovered that microbial differences may be at the root. These findings raise curiosity about how these conditions may be treated using bacterial therapies. …
SIBO is a condition that affects bacteria in the small intestine, causing symptoms like bloating and diarrhea. Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) has not yet been studied for SIBO but its effectiveness in treating other microbiome related conditions suggest that it could soon be explored as a treatment for SIBO. We will explore the potential of FMT for SIBO in the …
Worldwide prevalence of Ulcerative Colitis has been on the rise since the 1990’s. It’s specifically on the rise in newly-industrialized countries adopting western medical practices and diets. Currently there is no cure for Ulcerative Colitis, but there is hope in the form of a treatment known as FMT. Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT) are, simply put, poop transplants. We will cover …
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that affects around 15% of people globally. Though the condition is widespread, only a small portion of people with IBS exhibit severe, life-disrupting symptoms. The greatest frustration of having IBS is its lack of cure, or even a reliable treatment to help alleviate symptoms. Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT) are in the beginning stages …
Researchers at Arizona State University, Tempe are looking to solidify the connection between Autism and gut health. In a recently released study, they were able to improve the gut and behavioural symptoms of children with Autism using fecal transplants. This recent breakthrough could be the next big Autism cure, and could help with the stomach problems many people especially children, …
Crohn’s affects 1.3 million Americans and its prevalence is rising globally. It is a disease with no cure; at the moment, treatment only exists to decrease Crohn’s Disease symptoms. Though there might be hope yet for a cure, and it comes in the form of poop. Research is underway to explore Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT) as a possible therapy for …
Fecal Microbiota Transplants are an incredibly effective treatment for Clostridium Difficile infections. With success rates of 90% reported, it is now advocated for by many as a potential first-line treatment for the deadly infection. If you are interested in learning more about FMT for the treatment of C Diff infections, we cover the following below: What is a C Diff …
Studies are underway to see if FMT can encourage weight loss in overweight individuals. If you are obese and having trouble losing weight, your microbiome might be to blame, but fear not – because a new weight loss treatment may soon be available. Researchers are now studying the benefits Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT) may have on obese individuals’ ability to …