Our appointment time has finally arrived as we are off to see the Ear Nose and Throat Specialists about my youngest son's tonsils. Just in time too, as he came home early from school yesterday with another looming infection.
Our Paediatrician told me the specialist he was referring me to had personal experience operating on a child with Autism. I would prefer this option. My sons are my life and I want the most appropriate level of care when needed. I just feel if experience or knowledge of a child on the spectrum is known, then pre and post operative complexities will be prepared for if needed.
I have no idea how we are going to get a good look at my youngest throat.... but that's not my job really is it? I am confident the Doctor will be able to persuade him round. My little guy will be on guard anyway. He would not remember the Holy Spirit Hospital at Chermside. We have frequently visited the specialist clinic over the years; E.N.T (different one) and audiologist but he was way too small. So his senses will be heightened and his traits on show, purely from going somewhere new and not knowing what to expect. In this situation it is up to me to be calm and in control. He will feed off any anxieties or stress that I will have. We have our sensory kit to take with us.... fidget toys and skin brush. I have ensured a big lunch is on the menu and I also have the Ipod. This is a great device as he can put ear plugs in and block out any noises that will irritate him. I haven't covered the smell sense, but feel confident we are prepared.
So hopefully, when I return this afternoon I will have lots of information to share.
Wish us luck!
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