We received a completed questionnaire from a patient with ulcerative colitis.
[Profile]
Diagnosis: Ulcerative Colitis
Transplantation Period: July 12, 2024 – August 19, 2024
Number of Transplants: 6-session course
Transplanting Medical Institution: Luke’s Ashiya Clinic
Post-Transplant Assessment: Mild improvement of symptoms
[Questionnaire]
Q1. How much did you know about the relationship between gut microbiota and health?
I was at least familiar with the term “gut microbiota.”
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. Before deciding to undergo the transplant, were there any hesitations or concerns you had?
The cost was high, and I wasn’t sure if it would really be effective.
Q5. From the time you applied for the transplant until 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.
Q6. How did your symptoms change after undergoing the transplant?
Before, during, and after the transplant, there wasn’t a significant change in my mental state, but after the transplant, about 70-80% of my physical symptoms decreased, making me feel much better.
My abdominal bloating and pain have significantly decreased, and the amount of stool has increased (though I still tend to experience bloating when I spend long hours doing desk work).
There were significant fluctuations during the transplant period.
Q7. After the transplant, are there any lifestyle habits or mindsets you consciously maintain to support and preserve the gut bacteria that have become your allies?
Avoid consuming too much sugar. Do not take artificial sweeteners. Eat until about 80% full.
Q8. In the future, would you consider undergoing regular transplants to maintain your health?
I would like to consider it positively.
Q9. Would you consider recommending the transplant to someone you know?
I would like to inform others about it as one of the options.
Q10. Please share a message for those who are about to undergo the transplant or are hesitant about it.
I feel that the transplant has been more effective than treatment with supplements.
If you haven’t felt much effect from supplements, please consider giving this a try.
Q11. Please leave a message for the donor who provided the stool for your transplant.
Thank you very much for everything.
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Thank you very much for taking the time to complete the questionnaire.
