Chronos wrote:
Any child with behavioral issues and constant hunger should be evaluated for Prader Willis Syndrome, as another poster had suggested. The disorder does not always manifest in a way that easy to spot on clinical examination.
As another poster suggested, I would also look at any medications he might be on. In many instances, the medications can cause as many problems as thy try to solve. They are not designed for the personality and behavioral nuances of those on the spectrum. They are designed for depression or psychosis, depending on the medication.
Seizure meds too, my brother who was skinny his whole life (37) had one seizure and now needs to take seizure meds to continue driving, he gained so much weight so quickly I almost don't recognize him.
This happened to my friend's son too - at 11 yo his weight almost doubled when they put him on anti-seizure meds. Worst thing is that the meds haven't stopped the seizures and the docs are all still searching for a cause and a way to treat him.
14 Jul 2012, 11:34 am
