We received patient feedback from families of children with epilepsy and developmental delays.

I have seen dramatic changes (recovery).” Your transplantation method is groundbreaking, and I expect it will revolutionize medicine if it can be covered by insurance in the future.” I hope that your transplantation method will revolutionize medical care if it can be covered by insurance in the future.

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Name of disease: epilepsy, developmental delay
Transplantation period: August 10 – September 15, 2023
Number of transplants: 6
Medical institution in charge of transplantation：Kimura Hospital

Q1. What made you decide to undergo intestinal flora transplantation at our institute?

I had a talk with a doctor of Aichi Medical University (advisor of your association).

Q2. How have your symptoms changed after the transplant?

The change (recovery) has been dramatic.

Q3. In order to maintain the intestinal bacteria that have become your friends through transplantation, please tell us about any lifestyle habits or ways of thinking that you are trying to maintain after the transplantation.

Before the transplant, I have been taking pesticide-free rice, vegetables, seasonings, and supplements that I consider good for my intestines.

Q4. Please give a few words to those who are going to have a transplant or those who are not sure if they want to have a transplant.

If the patient has epilepsy (convulsions), has no genetic abnormalities, and has had previous antibiotic or viral infections (e.g., noro), transplantation should be considered.

Q5. Please give a message to the donor who provided the stool for the transplant.

I know it must be difficult with the rigorous daily routine, but I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a source of hope and salvation for those who are suffering.

Q6. Please let us know any other comments, opinions, or requests you may have.

Your transplantation technique is groundbreaking, and I expect it will revolutionize medicine if it can be covered by insurance in the future.