Background Information
Since i was around 10 years old, i have had 1-2 complete bowel movements (BMs) a week. They were formed and at the time i did not know i had a problem. When i went overseas i would however develop SEVERE constipation.
In 2014 i took clandamycin for a tooth infection and this totally paralyzed my large and small intestine. Ever since that course i have had very bad motility. I was cured on a very high dose of Berberine but relapsed when stopping, so i know the issue is the microbiome. I later discovered that this antibiotic has a warning on the label that it can cause C.Diff infections.
According to the Centre of Digestive Diseases:
http://www.cdd.com.au/pages/disease_info/constipation.html
This is why i have included Vancomycin into my preparation, as the cause of my constipation is very likely to be clostridium.
I have an FMT donor who has passed a PCR stool test and blood tests. In a few weeks i will be following this protocol.
Fecal Microbiota Transplant Protocol
Dysbiosis Eradication Days 0-14:
-Rifaximin: 500mg Twice Daily
-Vancomycin: 125mg Twice Daily
-Lactoferrin: 500mg Twice Daily
Bowel flush Day 22-23:
-Castor Oil Oral
Fecal Transplants Day 24 and Beyond:
-Start administering fecal infusions every 1-4 days, adjusting the dose and time frame depending on response, side effects and logistics.
Steps:
1. Mix fresh stool into distilled water and use a blender or zip lock bag to combine, making 250ml of not too thick or thin solution. Strain.
2. Pour solution into enema bag.
3. Attach the rectal catheter to the enema tube and apply liberal amounts of lubricant.
4. Gently insert into the rectum without forcing anything.
5. Slowly flow the solution into the colon.
6. Now massage the abdomen to spread the solution around the colon. Take turns of lying on different sides of your body to ensure thorough application.
7. Retain for up to 24 hours if possible.
8. If constipation is an issue use a very low volume water enema.
Closing Comments:
I will keep this thread updated at least weekly with my progress, and i hope many can benefit from it. I have a host of other health problems but i decided to keep them out as this log is purely about my gastrointestinal ailments, however if i see improvements in other areas i will be sure to chime in
Since i was around 10 years old, i have had 1-2 complete bowel movements (BMs) a week. They were formed and at the time i did not know i had a problem. When i went overseas i would however develop SEVERE constipation.
In 2014 i took clandamycin for a tooth infection and this totally paralyzed my large and small intestine. Ever since that course i have had very bad motility. I was cured on a very high dose of Berberine but relapsed when stopping, so i know the issue is the microbiome. I later discovered that this antibiotic has a warning on the label that it can cause C.Diff infections.
According to the Centre of Digestive Diseases:
http://www.cdd.com.au/pages/disease_info/constipation.html
This is why i have included Vancomycin into my preparation, as the cause of my constipation is very likely to be clostridium.
I have an FMT donor who has passed a PCR stool test and blood tests. In a few weeks i will be following this protocol.
Fecal Microbiota Transplant Protocol
Dysbiosis Eradication Days 0-14:
-Rifaximin: 500mg Twice Daily
-Vancomycin: 125mg Twice Daily
-Lactoferrin: 500mg Twice Daily
Bowel flush Day 22-23:
-Castor Oil Oral
Fecal Transplants Day 24 and Beyond:
-Start administering fecal infusions every 1-4 days, adjusting the dose and time frame depending on response, side effects and logistics.
Steps:
1. Mix fresh stool into distilled water and use a blender or zip lock bag to combine, making 250ml of not too thick or thin solution. Strain.
2. Pour solution into enema bag.
3. Attach the rectal catheter to the enema tube and apply liberal amounts of lubricant.
4. Gently insert into the rectum without forcing anything.
5. Slowly flow the solution into the colon.
6. Now massage the abdomen to spread the solution around the colon. Take turns of lying on different sides of your body to ensure thorough application.
7. Retain for up to 24 hours if possible.
8. If constipation is an issue use a very low volume water enema.
Closing Comments:
I will keep this thread updated at least weekly with my progress, and i hope many can benefit from it. I have a host of other health problems but i decided to keep them out as this log is purely about my gastrointestinal ailments, however if i see improvements in other areas i will be sure to chime in