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31: My
son is on clonidine and has been for almost two years. It seems to me
he is becoming more and more irritable and prone to tantrums over trivialities
(brushing teeth, foods, etc.) He is almost twelve. Is there much evidence
that this drug exacerbates irritability? We are already familiar with
the drowsiness and weight gain side effects. It's mostly at home that
he becomes nasty and irascible. Thank you for the help and inspiration.
You have helped me and K. more than any doctor we have seen.
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29: My son is almost 7 and has been diagnosed with TS. The doctor
says now he does not need medication. He has "mild TS". What
is considered "mild". Also, how common is TS? And what are
his chances of out growing it? N.W., ON, Canada.
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19: i was wondering if TS affected a persons physical stamina? V.S.,
PEI, Canada.
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12: great website and great source for support! i was wanting to
ask a few questions....
1. what
exactly is the difference between a tic disorder and tourette's?
2. is
tourette's related to or a form of the disorder known as "chorea"?
3. at
what age did your tourette's appear? and how?
thanks!
S.Z.
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7: I listened to your presentation today and thought you were excellent-
thanks for sharing and informing!! Why does Tourrette's only surface
at around 5 years old...what do the younger kids do to indicate that
they will be going in that direction and is there any parenting method
to help???
K.A.S., Ontario, CA
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6: My son is 15 years old and has TS. We have not been officially
diagnosed, but has been diagnosed with ADHD and Bi-polar in the past.
He has had symptoms since about 6 years of age, and was diagnosed with
"Multiple Tic Syndrome" ?? at age 9. I am just looking for help and
support for him. His tics have gotten worse in the past year or so --
more often. Do they get worse with age ?? Any advise or info is appreciated.
M.G.W., Kentucky, USA.
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