Researchers say they are cautiously optimistic about a small study showing that fecal transplants improved both gastrointestinal and behavioral symptoms in children with autism disorders.

"For eight weeks after treatment, researchers saw a decrease in symptoms such as abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhea and constipation in all but two of the patients. And, on average, the developmental age of the children increased by 1.4 years."

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Viviano, J. (2017, January 24). GI Treatment May Improve Behavior In Kids With Autism. Retrieved from https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2017/01/24/gi-treatment-behavior-autism/23225/