Does The Nemechek Protocol work for Dyspraxia?
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.
My kid is pulling the ears often. Is this awakening?
/in /by Dr. NAs a physician, I’m always concerned about middle ear infections when a child starts playing or tugging on their ears. nnThat being said, there can be a variety of new, unusual behaviors that accompany the awakening. Most will start lessening within a month or two after the protocol was initiated.
Are ear tubes (grommets) safe for my child?
/in /by Dr. NYes, ear tubes or grommets are safe and effective at reducing middle ear effusions and infections in children. Fewer infections mean less exposure to antibiotics.
After starting the protocol, echolalia increased and has persisted. Is this normal?
/in /by Dr. NAn increase in abnormal or negative behaviors after starting the protocol is a sign that the gut bacteria have been successfully balanced and the sedating effects of propionic acid have been eliminated.
My 7.5 yo son is on monthly Rifaximin for 5th month, but his eczema never went away. Is that mean SIBO isn’t controlled?
/in /by Dr. NEczema is an inflammatory process with some genetic influences. The presence of eczema implies inflammation is not controlled but does not signal that the inflammation source must be coming from an overgrowth of intestinal bacteria within the small intestine.
My child’s eczema is back. Does that mean that SIBO has returned?
/in /by Dr. NAlthough eczema is a genetically-linked (allergic rhinitis, asthma, eczema) phenomenon, it can be made worse by bacterial overgrowth. Worsening of eczema doesn’t always mean the overgrowth is worsening in a permanent manner, it can temporarily worsen with other conditions such as mild viral infections, mild food poisoning, use of antibiotics and extreme stress. Focus on neurological recovery and don’t get side tracked by eczema.
Are EEGs (electroencephalogram) required for all children who have autism?
/in /by Dr. NNo. EEGs are only required when your neurologist suspects your child might be experiencing seizures.
Do you think it’s necessary to see a neurologist and get an EEG if the child is 4 and still not talking?
/in /by Dr. NI believe the only need for an EEG is if there are behaviors that might suggest a seizure.
Can eloping be a sign of the awakening?
/in /by Dr. NYes. It can also be a sign of too much inulin as well.
Why does my child elope?
/in /by Dr. NWhen damaged, the autonomic nervous system is often unable to regulate the proper flow and pressure of blood and oxygen into the brain when a person is standing upright. The brain does not like this and will force the individual to do certain things to improve blood flow such as fidget or crave sweet or salty snacks as these provide a boost of blood pressure.nnAnd if these compensations are not enough, the brain will trigger the secretion of a fight or flight hormone called noradrenaline. As the phrase “fight or flight” suggests, noradrenaline can cause aggressive, anxious, and frightened behaviors that sometimes manifest as the need to escape or flee. This need to escape is often referred to as elopement in children. nnThe elopement is just a side effect of noradrenaline resulting from autonomic dysfunction, and will resolve as the underlying cumulative brain injury is repaired. As the autonomics recover, these behaviors will improve over several weeks to a few months.