PANDAS/PANS: Identifying Micronutrient Deficiencies

All healing journeys start with an accurate diagnosis.

With PANDAS/PANS, identifying initial and ongoing micronutrient deficiencies is essential to guide treatment. These gaps often mimic, trigger, or exacerbate PANDAS/PANS symptoms.

These are the most common Micronutrient Levels Dr. Adame checks as part of her diagnostic approach to P/P:

• B12

• Folate

• Ferritin (Iron in the Tissues)

• Iron Panel

• Vitamin D

Once these gaps are identified, Dr. Adame offers personalized guide for nutritional support and supplement treatment.

As always, algorithms and protocols are starting points. Dr. Adame and her team meet patients and their families where they are in their journey, whether the child's symptoms started just weeks earlier or they have already received the entire PANDAS protocol including IVIG. She will adjust the diagnostic strategy depending on previous work up completed, history, and treatment goals.

Dr. Adame believes in shared decision-making with families.

Are you ready to join the Culver Peds PANDAS/PANS Clinic? The first step is to register for a group info session to determine if we are the right practice for your child.

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