The holidays are often described as joyful, festive, and family-centered—but for some families, they can also bring unexpected challenges. Changes in routine, travel, social gatherings, and even increased exposure to illness can make this season particularly difficult for children living with PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections).

At Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, we often see families during or after the holiday season wondering if there’s more behind their child’s sudden change in behavior. And in many cases, there is.

New research offers a promising new lead in how to treat children affected with Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and/or PANDAS.

This blog delves into the mechanisms driving PANS and PANDAS symptoms, the role of immune dysregulation, and the effectiveness of various treatment approaches, with a special emphasis on antibiotic therapy.

Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry excels in managing complex tic disorders, often comorbid with conditions like anxiety, OCD, and ADHD. Our team, skilled in both holistic patient care and research-driven approaches.

Your journey towards wellness and a PANS-free life starts with us. We are here to provide comprehensive and integrative care.

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PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections) are two conditions that involve the sudden onset of certain behavioral and motor abnormalities in children, often following an infection. Here's how they differ:

As a parent, it is natural to be concerned about your child's health, especially when it comes to their mental well-being. If you have heard of terms like PANDAS, PANS, or POTS and are worried that your child may be affected, this blog post aims to provide you with essential information and guidance. While these conditions can be complex and sometimes controversial, it is crucial to be informed and proactive in seeking appropriate care for your child.

PANS and PANDAS are diagnoses made based on both clinical and laboratory studies, as opposed to diagnoses based on a single imaging or laboratory finding.

Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) is a clinical diagnosis given to children who have a dramatic - sometimes overnight - onset of neuropsychiatric symptoms.

PANS (including PANDAS) is not in and of itself, life-threatening. But some of its comorbidities can cause significant morbidity if not managed.

Not quite, but this is a matter of debate and may depend on our growing knowledge about the condition.

A relapsing-remitting disease is one in which there is sometimes a reoccurence of symptoms after some period of resolution of symptoms.