Treatable condition could be mistaken for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder

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http://www.houstonmethodist.org/new...staken-for-schizophrenia-or-bipolar-disorder/

[h=5]Treatable condition could be mistaken for schizophrenia or bipolar disorder[/h]
Researchers at Houston Methodist believe that a significant number of people diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder may actually have a treatable immune system condition. A new research study could have a significant impact on the millions diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, including many homeless.

The study was inspired by the 2007 discovery of anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, a disease that causes symptoms similar to schizophrenia or bipolar disorder but can be treated with existing immunotherapy medications...