Is it autism?

Question

I have a daughter who will be one years old on August 2. Recently she has developed symptoms that seems a little weird to me. She will bang her head against her crib, and it doesn't seem to affect her. She use to be a pretty quiet baby, but now she just yells... periodically. And she hits herself upside her head sumtimes, but only on the right side though( thought this might have been an ear infection trait). She has a doctor's appt. on the 10 of August but I don't want to wait that long to ask her doctor (her doctor is hardly ever there, or seem to be busy). Could this be autism? Can anyone help me or give me sum kind of clue what is going on with her? I am a concerned mom and am only asking for sumone to help, please don't leave sly or ignorant comments.

She is pretty verbal, but she isn't throwing a temper tantrum cause she doesn't do it when she is upset... she just sorta does it. Im not looking for a diagnosis, Im looking for, more or less, someone who might have experienced this with thier baby. And there is a study that was developed that detects autism in earlier stages.

Answer 1

My 6 yr old son has autism and he don't do anything that you have said. He is quiet, don't like loud noises or anything. Hardly ever talks, and he rocks back and forth like in a rocking chair. He has been this way since he was three months old. You could still have her checked out if you are worried. i waited until my son was 4 and the doctor said it is better to have them checked while younger than that. He is a really smart kid just a little different from his classmates. is your daughter at her right height and weight for her age? My son is 6 and only weighs 36 lbs. I would have her get a physical any way. Don't wait like i did. It can affect her as she gets older.

Answer 2

well it can be a lot of things, firstly go to the docs and I would press them for an earlier appointment. tell them you think its an ear infection and don't want to leave it untreated that long (that should get them moving). Secondly autism is a word to describe a wide range of pervasive developmental disorders. There are many traits to autism. some being, excessive rocking to sooth, loss of speech, loss of interest in people, socialization, or eye contact. Many autism kids also develop very specific food preferences. Also kids typically develop at a normal rate and then seem to decline in development.

you child's behavior could be anything from an ear ache, teeth pain, sinus pain. Some children who are typical head bang. Some bite, throw temper tantrums, etc. could be a case of head banging out of frustration, inability to communicate, etc. Children this age (mines one Aug 11) get very frustrated very easily and have a hard time communicating their needs. Try to comfort, help really empathize with your child in the mean time.

its too early to tell whats really going on w/out a professional diagnosis. i would get to the docs right away and start ruling out the possibilities.

Answer 3

Everything I've read says that autism isn't diagnosed until a couple of years old, so maybe your kid is just throwing a temper tantrum or something. I would suggest, if this is something that is really worrying you to go to your dr sooner. And if your dr can't get you in (usually if you call and explain it's urgent they'll work you in) before, then maybe it's time to find a different pediatrician. I've called my dr several occasions just because I was worried about something and they'll usually get me in same day. I think it's too early to worry about autism -- just keep her in a safe place so she can't bang her head on anything hard.

Answer 4

If she's pretty verbal and engages well with the people in her environment (makes eye contact, enjoys cuddle time, etc.) then it probably is not autism. My oldest son is high functioning autistic and was not verbal (he babbled to himself, but no recognizable speech, i.e. mama, dada, ball, etc.), rarely made eye contact, did not like being touched or snuggled except by me (not even his dad), had major tantrums with any sort of change, irrational fears, and freaked out in overstimulating situations like restaurants or the mall. More than likely she's just discovered headbanging as a form of self-stimulation that isn't all that uncommon in toddlers. But definitely bring it up to you dr. if you're still concerned.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Sorry to learn this situtaion. I have a son who had the same problem we got official diagnosis of Autism when he was 2.5 years. With years of therapy he has improved tremendously. However earlier you start the therapy better chance that she will be able to recover. At present we are doing Relationship development therapy. I will contact you.

Answer 7

I can't diagnose your baby, of course, but autism is more common in boys than girls and symptoms generally show up later. One other trait is that children lose their speech, it sounds like your baby is getting more vocal. Better get her ears checked out in a clinic, just in case it is an infection. Maybe that's her way of letting you know it's bugging her. Best of luck!

Answer 8

http://www.child-autism.com/html/autism-symptoms-and-signs.php3

It may help to read this.

No one here has any expertise to answer your question.

I would suggest that you provide some protection from "head banging". Use plenty of cushioning on the crib. That can be dangerous.

It would be very uninformative for me or anyone to relate ones experience with any symptoms of any kind. None may apply to you and your baby.

You have to wait for the doctor appointment, I'm afraid. You cannot rely on any info here.

God Bless!

Answer 9

A baby this young might do this to get your attention since she can't explain the problem to you. I agree that this might be an ear infection which may be causing some pain to her.

Answer 10

Hopefully it's nothing serious. I have a niece that had the same symptoms. Turns out she had a June bug in her ear. It's hard when they can't talk and tell you what's going on. Good luck.