PANS: The Treatment Process
Join clinical nutritionists Toni Chambers and Samantha Bake, also head of ReMed's Kids Clinic as they unravel the driving factors behind 9 year old Harper's symptoms that started suddenly when he was one year old. We heard from Harper's mum Ash in last week's episode. Sam determined that his presentation was PANS, Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome. Listen as she discusses the relevant test results including nutrigenomics and microbiome mapping
Covered in This Episode
00:45 Meet Samantha Bake and Harper's Case
Samantha discusses Harper’s complex case and his neuropsychiatric symptoms, including anxiety and OCD.
1:25 Harper's Symptoms and Initial Observations
Exploring Harper’s initial presentation, including separation anxiety, dark thoughts, and sensory issues.
4:56 Understanding PANS and PANDAS
Samantha explains PANS and PANDAS, their triggers, and how they influence neuropsychiatric symptoms.
9:43 Diagnostic Tools and Initial Treatments
The use of the ibuprofen challenge to assess neuroinflammation and the early interventions for Harper.
18:58 Genetic Insights and Personalised Care
How genetic testing revealed SNPs influencing Harper’s stress response and neurotransmitter metabolism.
30:02 Therapeutic Approaches and Progress
Detailed discussion of Harper’s treatment, including glycine, NAC, magnesium, and fish oil.
36:06 Oral Microbiome and Future Plans
The role of the oral microbiome in Harper’s symptoms and the next steps for gut-focused therapies.
Resources and Links
Book with ReMed Nutritionist Sam Bake: Samantha Bake is a founding member of the ReMed Kids Clinic and specialises in paediatric anxiety, OCD, tics, PANS, and PANDAS. With a deep understanding of the gut-immune-brain axis, Sam applies her expertise to improve children’s health holistically. She is also a co-author of the “Calming Kids Naturally” program, offering parents practical strategies for managing their children’s neuro-developmental conditions.
