What examinations should be performed, which specialists should be contacted?
If you suspect autism or other pervasive developmental disorders, you should report to an autism diagnosis center as soon as possible. The list of facilities is available at https://www.synapsis.org.pl/index.php/more-about-joomla/autyzm-polska/placowki-dla-osob-z-autyzmem
Since the waiting time for diagnosis is usually several months, it is good to use it when preparing for it. It is worth ruling out additional health problems in the child. Detailed examinations and referrals to specialists may be recommended by a family doctor based on a medical examination and information collected from parents. Most children with suspected pervasive developmental disorders should be consulted not only by an ophthalmologist or ENT specialist who will rule out vision or hearing defects that may hinder the child’s contact with the environment, but also by a neurologist or a rehabilitator. In the case of suspected food allergy or intolerance, consultation with an allergy clinic is recommended. If the child has symptoms related to the digestive system, it may be necessary to visit a gastroenterologist. A child who has frequent infections should be consulted for immune disorders.
In addition, while waiting for the diagnosis, parents should write down all the disturbing behavior of the child, the time of their appearance. Then it will be easier for them to give specific examples of behavior at the time of diagnosis. It may also be helpful to make a short video of your child’s different situations around the house, showing both their strengths and their problems.
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