Seizure disorders and autism

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Avatar f tn It does not sound like he is having a seizure, although some children with autism do suffer from seizure disorder. We also got our DD a service dog who helps calm her when she is upset. He has been a life saver. Generally you get a diagnosis from a developmental pediatrician, so my suggestion is to speak to this doctor about your concerns and they will point you in the right direction from there. Is your son receiving speech and occupational therapy?
Avatar n tn My 9 yr old grandson has a seizure disorder that may be linked to autism. He is on Depakot & Risperdal. The main problem is his inability to realize when he needs to use the toilet, resulting in having bowel movements. He can sit forever until someone notices the odor. It doesn't bother him & his doctors don't seem too concerned. Could the medication w or w/o the disorders have anything to do w/this problem. Or, is it some other reason?
Avatar n tn t believe it, just stating the facts). I have a 3 year old son with autism and I have met many, many kids on the spectrum through various activities my son has been involved with, and I have never seen the kind of random arm spasms you have described. I'm not a medical expert but it sounds more like seizures to me. I agree that a neurologist evaluation is a good idea. That is who diagnosed my son's autism and I know they also deal with seizure disorders. Good luck!
Avatar f tn Autism has also been linked to people with a history of Epilepsy and other seizure disorders. A woman with Epilepsy will have a chance to conceive a child with Autism. Other things such as environmental, auto immune, nervous system disorders, and certain genetic disorders such as downs syndrome have all been linked to Autism. I have slight Epilepsy, and was not diagnosed until I was 23 years old. My son who has Autism also has seizures, they are minor but very noticeable.
Avatar f tn m not familiar with seizure disorders. As far as the autism, it can get better with therapy. Usually speech, occupational and physical therapies are used with success, Autism can be hard to diagnose because there is no absolute test for it. It is a diagnosis based on observations and educated opinions. Autistic people can have a very high quality of life and a normal life expectancy. I don't feel like I was very helpful, but you might get more info from a website like Autism Speaks.
Avatar n tn Loud noises, slow development, and being sensitive from the neck up are signs of autism. Im no doctor but I would check it out.
Avatar n tn d her keppra, due to being seizure free for a couple of years and her dose was so low that on her last labs it did not even register. She got very ill in February of this year with the flu, then strep throat....after that she was not the same. Her behavior is getting worse. She is in kindergarten in a special needs program and she had been suspended from school 3 times from March to May, for her aggressive behavior.
1255530 tn?1269867619 An array of problems are relatively common among autistic people such as seizure disorders, gastrointestinal issues, mental retardation and mental illness. At this point, no one knows why these conditions are so common among people with autism spectrum disorders. It is possible that these additional conditions are indicators of different kinds of autism, each caused by a slightly different set of circumstances.
Avatar n tn Tantrums are a common behaviour of children suffering from anxiety disorders (and OCD is one of the anxiety disorders). The usual treatment for anxiety disorders is intervention, therapy and possibly medication. It sounds as if your child psychiatrist has experience in this area. By the way, our child was placed on Prozac for a few months at six years of age (severe social anxiey disorder) and it did wonders.
Avatar f tn We’ve made an appointment to see a new neurologist who specializes in seizure disorders but am curious to know if anyone else might have or is experiencing these symptoms.
Avatar n tn That way they may catch seizure on camera and also have brain waves for diagnosis. I am an RN, and sometimes this is the only way when behavior is sporadic. Thank goodness you recognize the behavior! Sometimes seizures are as simple as an empty look in the eyes while not responding. Keep on this! Dont be shy with doctors. Demand attention! And get your daughter the diagnosis and treatment she needs.
Avatar f tn my 16 yr old son who suffers from autism cerebral palsey ocd servere to profound hearing loss and epilepsy has suffered 3 seizures in 2 weeks, 1 tonic seizure may 2, 1 grand mal may 7 and 1 grand mal may 17. he is now taking 1000mg depakote. his depakote level is 105 (he weighs 98 lbs) since his last seizure on may 17 he now cries for hours before he falls asleep, and wakes during the night crying. i think his meds r affecting him. can u please give me an idea to help him?
Avatar f tn Has she taken any other medications in the past? What? Autism alone does not cause seizures and this is not from autism but seizures can be associated with autism which is a developmental disability that affects people in a variety of ways. There are many other anti-seizure medications but only her neurologist can advise you which would be the right one for her.
5274485 tn?1385860167 m speaking of the fact that being Autistic in girls may show itself much differently than for males. Autism is a complex condition, and more observation is needed, because somehow, Autism in girls is not well-known as of right now. There ARE plenty of girls and women that have Autism, you know? I happen to actually know one: she goes under the name Joanne.
Avatar f tn Focus on Critical Windows of Immune Vulnerability” J Toxicol Environm Health Part B 2008;11:660-680. 13 Elder, JH; “The Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet in Autism: Results of A Preliminary Double Blind Clinical Trail” J Autism Developmental Disorders 2006;36:413-420. 14 Thorley, J “Childhood Hyperactivity and Food Additives” Developmental Med Child Neurol 1983;25:531-532.
Avatar f tn s house Dr Oz was on and I overheard him and another expert talking about mercury and autism, as I was talking to someone at the same time.I'll have to check it later. Happy Holidays!
Avatar n tn old son has High Functioning Autism and OCD. He has been hospitalized twice for visual and auditory hallucinations. Since then, he has lost a large percentage of his short term memory. The psychiatrist feels this is part of the psychosis. I would like to know if this will last for weeks,months, years??? He is so miserable with this and it's causing the anxiety to go up yet another level.
1285110 tn?1420147378 My son is 21 has Downs Syndrome and Autism and lives in a residential college on a 1-1 staff ratio. He had a congenital heart problem which resulted in 3 holes and a ruptured valve being repaired when he was 5 months old - the mitral valve has aupper end of moderate eccentric regurge leak and at some point will need a replacement.
Avatar f tn Hello, so a few years ago I had a few comcussions and was also doing illicit drugs and I had this exsperiencd where it felt like I was having a seizure and then I passed out out of the blue and I woke up never the same since.
1221035 tn?1301000508 I agree with both Jen and 2P. The four DMDs are not associated with causing or allowing seizures.
Avatar f tn Do I need to be concerned about seizures given there can be a relation between AS and seizure disorders?
Avatar n tn (Currently available) antipsychotics can cause permenant movement disorder such as tardive dyskinesia. However, they must wait a period of time for withdrawl dyskineis to pass. From my knowledge atypical antipsychotics can increase the seizure threshold but this effect is generally not permanent. It would be best to see a neurologist who is a movement disorders specialist and have them do full follow up including an EEG (the specific kind to try to set off seizures) and an MRI.
665125 tn?1273023924 Autism and Asperger’s Disorders are characterized by a similar set of characteristics, most notably deficits in social interaction skills, communication skills, and highly stereotyped behaviors (e.g., repetitive motor or vocal behaviors that don’t seem to serve any function) or interests (topics of conversation or activity are highly restricted or narrow).
Avatar f tn With the speech problem and toe walking autism or related disorders are extremely likely given their age. If they have other issues not related to Autism. It needs to be checked but toe walking could also be weak muscle disorders.