My DIL and I just had GS at hospital for 5 hours today for digestive disorders. He had a contrast enema. I don't know if it was more traumatic for him or us. We were all crying. Of course he couldn't expel the contrast so more torture when they had to had to reinsert a tube and withdraw the contrast. They could only get less than half out.
Once it was over he seemed fine. I hope him memory of it fades soon.
So worn out. 2 klonipin and to bed I go. People don't realize how many physical health issues go along with autism.
Hi MAB
For a child with Autism and any child it can be an unpleasant experience going to hospital. The kid with Autism has their routines out and their level of anxiety increases. I always dread if ever my girl has to go to hospital.
Is your GS very very fussy with the foods? The reason I ask is that most kids with Autism are very selective and have sensory issues. If he is fussy that's going to be challenging as it is.... but I'm aware of some parents getting assistance with a behaviour therapist to try to get the child to have a varied diet with the appropriate foods. Is there some kid friendly eateries that provide buffet type stuff, so there is food choices?? In Australia theres a restaurant called "Sizzlers" that's very kid friendly that has a salad buffet and dessert bar and one can order the main meal. An experienced behaviour therapist will use strategies to assist the child with Autism to eat a varied diet.
Just remember whats healthy may not be good for the tummy.*****
No 2 kids with Autism is the same when it involves foods, my girl is not fussy(which is not typical ) but sometimes she would gag when she ate foods with certain textures.
Two things stand out: What is the kids behaviour? What is the kids diet? is it helping him/her to have formed bowel actions??
Also, a dietician can assist to provide an ÏBS friendly diet.
Therapists cost $$ but there has been great results in the feedback by other parents. Its a longterm investment for their childs future.
I hope your DIL gets support from other parents.
Its important to get information who walk in the same shoes.
I can bring my girl now to bowling, shopping, movies, outdoor golf, it was hard to do but I had an experienced behaviour therapist who continues to support her. She has worked with my girl since she was 4yrs old.
Nothing is instantaneous and I have has to learn very hard not to get frustrated and impatient. When there is regression I do get frustrated.
I have had to be proactive and learn to keep going no matter the negatives.