Is my child autistic?

Asked for Female, 6 years

I have daughter, 18months old, she doesn't respond to her name, she doesn't communicate through speech but she communicates through other ways like hand gestures, She is lost in her own world alot of times ..she laughs and responds less as compared to kids of her age.do I need to worry about her being an autistic child? Who should I consult first?

Posted 5 years ago

Responses (1)

Dr. Beenish Ehsan

Family Physician - Karachi

Dear Patient,

I'm sorry to hear that. Have you ever got her ears tested? Perhaps she has a hearing problem. Consult an ENT first. If that comes ok then you must consult a behavioral psychologist.

For further consultation, you can choose from our list of best Pediatricians in Islamabad and seek in-person advice.

Col. Dr.Sadia Batool Alvi

Pediatrician, Neonatologist

Islamabad

Dr.Asad Ullah Memon

Pediatrician, Pediatric Nutritionist

Islamabad

Answered 5 years ago

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