Hi everyone. Google searches have brought me to this forum several times since my son's strep infection in January of this year. I haven't done a lot of reading but I have found some helpful information. I've also read some things that really scared and depressed me as well as things that I think would be helpful if I had more knowledge. I joined this community today seeking the knowledge to help my son.
The strep infection in January brought on the first tics and exacerbated many other symptoms that we now know were present very early in life. Amoxicillin helped, but he got a rash. He took Cephalexin until the end of March. There is major improvement since the crash during the infection but it is still worse than before it happened.
His pediatrician is good. He had one visit with Dr. Kovecevik. He has not been officially diagnosed with anything. I'd like to know more about the diagnosis process. How important is it to have an official diagnosis? We know.
We've always eaten healthy foods. I'd like help learning how to identify foods that may bad - intolerance. We're also interested in learning more about essential oils. Controversial I'm sure, but has there been any related discussion about cannabis?
Also controversial and the main reason I joined today. Vaccinations. He is due soon. There were notable changes after his first injection of MMR and varicella. I don't want to do it.
I need to know more. I want resources. I know there is a lot of information on this site. I plan to read it. Can someone please point me towards the best stuff to get started. I'd also greatly appreciate any direct responses to the topics in this post.
Thank you. Although I wish I didn't have to be here, I'm glad there is a community like this to be a part of.
