Episode #144: PANS and PANDAS with Dr. Anju Usman Singh, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about PANS and PANDAS and approaches for supporting children impacted by these conditions. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Anju Usman Singh. Anju Usman Singh, MD is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois. She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANS/PANDAS, Down Syndrome, and related conditions. She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as serving on faculty for MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman Singh received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is board certified in Family Practice and Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM). Key Takeaways: Why is immune dysregulation, inflammation, MCAS, and autoimmunity more common than ever? Is autoimmunity driven by a persistent infection or toxicant? What are the diagnostic criteria for PANS/PANDAS? What are some key labs used to explore these conditions Can vertical transfer of infection during pregnancy contribute to PANS/PANDAS? How might the Cunningham Panel be used? What role does genetics play in PANS/PANDAS? What are some of the microbial support tools? What role do biofilms play in these conditions? When should biofilms be addressed? How might pre and probiotics help with biofilms? How might symptoms such as OCD, anxiety, and sleep issues be supported? What can be done for children with food restrictions? What tools support modulation of the immune system? Are parasites a good thing or a bad thing? Connect With My Guest: http://TrueHealthMedical.com Related Resources: http://TrueHealingNaturals.com Interview Date: April 21, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode144. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.