March 2017 PMID 28251905

Transplantation of fecal microbiota from patients with irritable bowel syndrome alters gut function and behavior in recipient mice.

Giada De Palma, Michael D J Lynch, Jun Lu, Vi T Dang, Yikang Deng, Jennifer Jury, Genevieve Umeh, Pedro M Miranda, Marc Pigrau Pastor, Sacha Sidani, Maria Ines Pinto-Sanchez, Vivek Philip, Peter G McLean, Moreno-Gabriel Hagelsieb, Michael G Surette

Mentions

77
Peak: 1 in Nov 2021
across 6 sources since Nov 2021

Extended reach

811
potential audience

Total likes

23

Video views

803

Mentions per month

Nov 2021 – Aug 2023

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

This collection of social discussions reflects a strong interest in the research, with comments emphasizing the significance of gut bacteria in IBS and behavior, such as mentions of immune activation and gut microbiota transfer. The tone varies from scientific curiosity to cautious optimism, demonstrating moderate to high engagement and awareness of the study's potential impact on health understanding and treatment development.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the potential link between gut bacteria and IBS symptoms, supporting the study's implications.

InterestHigh interest

Posts display high curiosity about how microbiota affect health and behavior, highlighting ongoing scientific and medical interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments delve into mechanisms and future research directions, indicating moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a general acknowledgment of the study’s importance in understanding IBS and mental health, suggesting a recognition of its potential influence.

Abstract in brief

  • IBS is a common disorder with altered gut function and is often linked to anxiety, but the role of gut bacteria in its symptoms is unclear.
  • Researchers studied germ-free mice to see how fecal microbiota from healthy individuals or IBS patients affected gut function and behavior.
  • Mice with IBS-D microbiota had distinct metabolic profiles, faster gut transit, intestinal issues, immune activation, and displayed anxiety-like behavior, suggesting that gut bacteria may influence both physical and mental health in IBS patients.

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Paul
@3qNUX8e8rp9sbXF · X

無菌マウスにIBS-D(下痢型IBS罹患者)の糞便微生物叢を移植すると、胃腸通過速度が高まり、軽度の炎症、不安神経症のような行動を示した。 →特定の腸内細菌叢が過敏性腸症候群の症状に関与している可能性を示した。 https://t.co/DiOHpv3Kgy

Nov 16, 2021 · 1 like · 9 followers View post →

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Paul
@3qNUX8e8rp9sbXF · X

無菌マウスにIBS-D(下痢型IBS罹患者)の糞便微生物叢を移植すると、胃腸通過速度が高まり、軽度の炎症、不安神経症のような行動を示した。 →特定の腸内細菌叢が過敏性腸症候群の症状に関与している可能性を示した。 https://t.co/DiOHpv3Kgy

Nov 16, 2021 · 1 like · 9 followers View post →