Although lichen planus is associated with other inflammatory conditions, there is no reported association with the use of rifaximin. I have observed that the reversal of bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) by rifaximin seems to improve immune function. The improved immune function might make lichen planus more visually apparent, but this should not be confused with being the actual cause of lichen planus.nAs you may be aware, lichen planus can sometimes become cancerous, so regular examinations by an oral surgeon are strongly recommended.

Yes. The Nemechek Protocol will help many childhood issues because they all have similar origins, an overgrowth of intestinal bacteria and multiple mechanisms that fuel inflammation.

Insomnia is a highly complex problem. By allowing the nervous system to recover, the protocol helps insomnia in the majority of cases. Occasionally I’ll recommend my patients try either a low dose of melatonin or diphenhydramine to help the child drift off to sleep more easily.

Inflammation is a normal response by the immune system to fight infection or repair damaged tissues. Excessive inflammation can lead to damaging effects on the body.

A common scenario is that despite a child readily improving on the protocol, they seem to develop a new problem. Sometimes the problems can arise from an injury, and if this is the case, the problem will resolve within a few weeks. But sometimes, a new negative behavior (food aversion, stimming, cupping ears) can develop and not spontaneously resolve. nIn a developing child, what you are seeing is just a new level of awareness, reactivity, and sensory perception that did not exist in the child’s less developed state. Many parents will ask me, “But why?” My honest answer is, “I don’t know, but as long as other neurological areas continue to improve, the new negative behavior will also resolve if given more time.”nThe short answer is, don’t fret. This, too, will resolve.