Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for the treatment of autism comprising administering to a person in need of such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of a lipid-soluble thiamine derivative. The lipid-soluble thiamine derivative is preferably tetrahydrofurfuryl disulfide (TTFD). TTFD administration methods may include suppository forms, transdermal carriers, such as gels, lotions, or creams; and oral carriers, such as tablets or capsules.

Abstract: A catheter for providing low level electrical stimulation to a prostate gland to relieve the deleterious effects of prostatic disorders that respond to low level electrical stimulation is provided in combination with a power supply adapted to provide low voltage direct current or low voltage, low frequency alternating current of less than about 30 kHz. The catheter comprises an elongated flexible body having a forward end and a rearward end, said forward end having a therapeutic region adapted for positioning within a prostatic urethra. The therapeutic region comprises a portion of the length of said flexible body rearward of said forward end defined by a plurality of electrodes disposed about the circumference of said flexible body in spaced relation to each other throughout the length of said therapeutic region.