Guest guest Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Hmmm.............I put in a call to Ped and without hesitation they told me no change up or down in current treatment, that, even tho he just turned 11, well, that's modern timing for the first signs of puberty. Yikes!! guess Momma has to face that her Little Boy is growing up.---Nan A'oAbid Khan <a_bit_solutions@...> wrote: Its appropriate to check testosterone levels if you think your boy may have or is maturing too fast. Specifically, excess body hair, too much self play, adult body odor, sudden growth spurt etc. You need to tell the Pediatrician you suspect "precociuos puberty". To get an accurate reading on these tests, you need to stop certain ASD treatments for about 3 weeks -- like MB12, chelation etc. What is the significance of high testosterone? Traditional ASD treatments may not work if the body has high testosterone. Please listen to the Geiers for detailed answers: http://www.autismmedia.org/media4.htmlMae Lynn Arlinghaus <MaeLynnArlcomcast (DOT) net> wrote: >> Have you tried chelation? Have you checked his testosterone level?We have not done chelation per se (that is no DMSA, DMPS, etc.) but I agree with our DAN doc that what we are doing with the supps and the bi-weekly glutathione is assisting his body to better detoxify on its own. Many may not agree, but I am comfortable with this.We have not had his testosterone levels checked. Can you give me a quick overview of what I would do, and how it might change our approach if his levels are high?Thanks for your response. Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Remember: Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground! ,and, "Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you're scared." -Nance Swiderski Brach, Field Services/Photography Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2006 Report Share Posted August 23, 2006 Hmmm.............I put in a call to Ped and without hesitation they told me no change up or down in current treatment, that, even tho he just turned 11, well, that's modern timing for the first signs of puberty. Yikes!! guess Momma has to face that her Little Boy is growing up.---Nan A'oAbid Khan <a_bit_solutions@...> wrote: Its appropriate to check testosterone levels if you think your boy may have or is maturing too fast. Specifically, excess body hair, too much self play, adult body odor, sudden growth spurt etc. You need to tell the Pediatrician you suspect "precociuos puberty". To get an accurate reading on these tests, you need to stop certain ASD treatments for about 3 weeks -- like MB12, chelation etc. What is the significance of high testosterone? Traditional ASD treatments may not work if the body has high testosterone. Please listen to the Geiers for detailed answers: http://www.autismmedia.org/media4.htmlMae Lynn Arlinghaus <MaeLynnArlcomcast (DOT) net> wrote: >> Have you tried chelation? Have you checked his testosterone level?We have not done chelation per se (that is no DMSA, DMPS, etc.) but I agree with our DAN doc that what we are doing with the supps and the bi-weekly glutathione is assisting his body to better detoxify on its own. Many may not agree, but I am comfortable with this.We have not had his testosterone levels checked. Can you give me a quick overview of what I would do, and how it might change our approach if his levels are high?Thanks for your response. Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Remember: Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground! ,and, "Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you're scared." -Nance Swiderski Brach, Field Services/Photography Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2006 Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 Suggest you insist on testing. One thing I have learned is never put full trust into a mainstream doctor (or any doctor). NMS Brach <nanski@...> wrote: Hmmm.............I put in a call to Ped and without hesitation they told me no change up or down in current treatment, that, even tho he just turned 11, well, that's modern timing for the first signs of puberty. Yikes!! guess Momma has to face that her Little Boy is growing up.---Nan A'oAbid Khan <a_bit_solutions > wrote: Its appropriate to check testosterone levels if you think your boy may have or is maturing too fast. Specifically, excess body hair, too much self play, adult body odor, sudden growth spurt etc. You need to tell the Pediatrician you suspect "precociuos puberty". To get an accurate reading on these tests, you need to stop certain ASD treatments for about 3 weeks -- like MB12, chelation etc. What is the significance of high testosterone? Traditional ASD treatments may not work if the body has high testosterone. Please listen to the Geiers for detailed answers: http://www.autismmedia.org/media4.htmlMae Lynn Arlinghaus <MaeLynnArlcomcast (DOT) net> wrote: >> Have you tried chelation? Have you checked his testosterone level?We have not done chelation per se (that is no DMSA, DMPS, etc.) but I agree with our DAN doc that what we are doing with the supps and the bi-weekly glutathione is assisting his body to better detoxify on its own. Many may not agree, but I am comfortable with this.We have not had his testosterone levels checked. Can you give me a quick overview of what I would do, and how it might change our approach if his levels are high?Thanks for your response. Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Remember: Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground! ,and, "Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you're scared." -Nance Swiderski Brach, Field Services/Photography Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2006 Report Share Posted August 24, 2006 Suggest you insist on testing. One thing I have learned is never put full trust into a mainstream doctor (or any doctor). NMS Brach <nanski@...> wrote: Hmmm.............I put in a call to Ped and without hesitation they told me no change up or down in current treatment, that, even tho he just turned 11, well, that's modern timing for the first signs of puberty. Yikes!! guess Momma has to face that her Little Boy is growing up.---Nan A'oAbid Khan <a_bit_solutions > wrote: Its appropriate to check testosterone levels if you think your boy may have or is maturing too fast. Specifically, excess body hair, too much self play, adult body odor, sudden growth spurt etc. You need to tell the Pediatrician you suspect "precociuos puberty". To get an accurate reading on these tests, you need to stop certain ASD treatments for about 3 weeks -- like MB12, chelation etc. What is the significance of high testosterone? Traditional ASD treatments may not work if the body has high testosterone. Please listen to the Geiers for detailed answers: http://www.autismmedia.org/media4.htmlMae Lynn Arlinghaus <MaeLynnArlcomcast (DOT) net> wrote: >> Have you tried chelation? Have you checked his testosterone level?We have not done chelation per se (that is no DMSA, DMPS, etc.) but I agree with our DAN doc that what we are doing with the supps and the bi-weekly glutathione is assisting his body to better detoxify on its own. Many may not agree, but I am comfortable with this.We have not had his testosterone levels checked. Can you give me a quick overview of what I would do, and how it might change our approach if his levels are high?Thanks for your response. Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Remember: Today's mighty oak is just yesterday's nut that held its ground! ,and, "Courage is doing what you're afraid to do. There can be no courage unless you're scared." -Nance Swiderski Brach, Field Services/Photography Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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