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I have an autistic niece n whenever she goes 2 the bathroom, she clogs the toilet everytime with a fist-size stool.is this really normal?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depends on age: Yes, this can be normal in many children, not just ad kids.

Answered 4/11/2013

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Dr. Carlos Satulovsky answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Diagnostic certainty: I would like to know how her thyroid functional status, if available. I would also like to know how we have ruled out the presence of co ocurring diagnosis and how precisely this diagnosis was established. How old is she?

Answered 9/14/2014

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Any child who has : Infrequent, large stools should be evaluated & treated aggressively for chronic constipation, as it can lead to diverticulosis, diverticulitis & other medical problems in later adulthood. Possible causes are side effects of risperdal, Intuniv & other psychotropic meds given to kids with ASD for irritability, anxiety & adhd, self-restricted diet, poor hydration or low muscle tone.

Answered 6/26/2014

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