Patients with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth completed a questionnaire.
[Profile]
Disease Name: SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
Transplant Period: May 15, 2025 – July 2, 2025
Number of Transplants: 6-transplant course
Transplant Facility:
Shirotani Bio Wellness Clinic Internal Medicine & Orthodontics Kobe Sannomiya
(Formerly: LOOKS Ashiya Clinic)
[Questionnaire]
Q1. How much did you know about the relationship between gut microbiota and health?
I had a general idea that it was related to health and disease.
Q2. How much did you know about Gut Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)?
I had no knowledge of it at all.
Q3. How did you first learn about our association’s Gut Microbiota Transplantation program?
I learned about it from my primary care doctor.
Q4. What was the deciding factor for choosing to undergo Gut Microbiota Transplantation through our association?
Because the symptoms were very severe and the results of the gut flora test were poor.
Q5. Before deciding to undergo the transplant, were there any points of hesitation or concerns you had?
The question of safety and the high cost.
Q6. From the time you applied for the transplant to after it was completed, was the explanation and support provided by the medical institution sufficient?
The explanations and support were sufficient, and I was able to proceed with the transplant with a clear understanding and confidence.
Q7. After undergoing the transplant, how did your symptoms change?
It may be caused by another disease, but the symptoms have remained unchanged from before the transplant to after the transplant.
Q8. After the transplant, are there any lifestyle habits or mindsets you consciously maintain to support and preserve the gut bacteria that have now become your allies?
I consciously make an effort to chew thoroughly and eat until I’m about 80% full.
Q9. In the future, would you consider receiving regular transplants to maintain your health?
I definitely want to keep going.
Q10. Would you consider recommending the transplant to someone you know?
I would like to inform you that fecal microbiota transplantation is one option.
Q11. Do you have any words of encouragement or advice for those who are about to undergo a transplant or are still unsure about it?
I was anxious before the transplant, but thanks to the support from the doctor and staff, I was able to undergo the procedure with peace of mind.
So far, my symptoms haven’t improved, but I think it’s worth trying as one treatment option.
Q12. Please leave a message for the donor who provided the stool for your transplant.
Thank you for providing it.
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Thank you very much for taking the time to complete the questionnaire.
Important Notes Regarding Testimonials
- This article is based solely on the personal experiences of patients and their families and does not guarantee the effectiveness or course of treatment.
- The progression of symptoms, response to treatment, and degree of recovery vary from person to person, and not all patients will achieve the same results.
- When selecting or implementing a treatment method, be sure to consult thoroughly with your primary physician or specialist. Make your decision after comprehensively considering your own medical condition, constitution, lifestyle, and other factors.
- The treatment details described in this article (transplant method, course, duration, cost, etc.) are specific to a particular patient’s case and may not apply identically to all medical institutions or situations.
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