Developmental coordination disorder is characterized by a lack of coordination between mental intention and physical action. Although the brain knows the action, it cannot send the instructions correctly, leading to poor performance of tasks. It is also known as clumsy child syndrome. It is characterized by unsteady walk, difficulty climbing stairs, inability to hold objects, tripping, problem performing day-to-day activities, writing, drawing, and using scissors.
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How can I solve my son's bowel control problem?
Query: Hi doctor, My son just turned 11. He has always been having bowel control problems. He always says that poo came too fast he cannot hold it and lost control on the way to the toilet even if the bathroom is very close. He is not constipated because his poo is never hard or difficult and he never had ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would advise against immediately diagnosing him with developmental coordination disorder. It's important to explore potential underlying issues, such as nerve innervation defects affecting the rectal sphincter, which could be causing his inability to hold his stool.... Read Full »
My 9-month-old son cannot sit. Is it normal?
Query: Hi doctor, My 9-month-old son does not sit. If I put him on his tummy, then he rolls but never tries to sit. He lies on his front. Also, he does not crawl. Rest all is fine. He is teething, his neck is good, he smiles, and everything. Is he fine? Should we go to a neurologist? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. It seems to be a gross motor development delay. A complete central nervous system (CNS) examination and development assessment will be required. It would be best if you visited a developmental pediatrician for clinical ev... Read Full »
Kindly suggest the signs and symptoms of dyspraxia.
Query: Hi doctor, What are the signs and symptoms of dyspraxia in a 6 year old boy? Kindly explain. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. The child will have difficulty in doing fine actions like writing with a pencil, tying shoelaces, eating with a spoon, etc. 2. Also, the normal day-to-day activities of a healthy child that can be achieved at the age of 6 years may not be achieved by a child with dyspr... Read Full »
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