20/08/2026
PANDAS is one of those conditions that can turn a family’s world upside down — fast.
If you’ve watched a child go from “fine” to sudden anxiety, OCD-like behaviours, rage, tics, sleep changes, food restriction, or separation panic (often after a strep infection or virus), you’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone.
PANDAS/PANS is a neuro-immune picture.
Meaning: the immune system gets activated, inflammation ramps up, and the brain becomes the battleground.
From a naturopathic lens, support is usually about:
- gut + microbiome support (because immune tolerance lives in the gut)
- nervous system calming + nutrient repletion
- anti-inflammatory foundations (food, sleep, blood sugar stability)
- targeted herbal/nutritional support when appropriate
- identifying triggers and building a clear plan for flares
We look and help you map the “why” behind the symptoms, not just manage the fallout.
If this hit home, comment PANDAS or DM us and we’ll share what we look at first + what to ask your GP/paediatrician about.