My niece whas diagnosed with it, but i really have my doubts, because she has not all of the symptoms
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Rett Syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that appears to occur almost exclusively in females but can occur rarely in males. Infants and children with the disorder typically develop normally until about 7 to 18 months of age, when they may begin to lose previously acquired skills (developmental regression), such as purposeful hand movements and the ability to communicate. Additional abnormalities typically include slowing of head growth (acquired microcephaly); development of distinctive, uncontrolled (stereotypic) hand movements, such as hand clapping, rubbing, or "wringing"; and impaired control of voluntary movements required for coordination of walking (gait apraxia). Affected children also typically develop autistic-like behaviors, breathing irregularities, feeding and swallowing difficulties, growth retardation, and episodes of uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain (seizures).
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No say to her it may seem like that to her but that is just a symptom of her illness like cancer victims often loose their hair, people with strep get a sore throat and so on. Say you can not see or hear anything and she is just imagining it I suppose. But be nice and do not make it a big deal.
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It doesn't sound like schizophrenia to me.  Sounds like a personality trait that might have been helped by her stress of growing up with an unreliable and unsupportive father (because of his illness).
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im not positive\ngoogle the symptoms\ntry being nice... don't call people geeks/nerds... I HATE THAT!!!
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Yes, I would advise you to visit a doctor. If nothing else it will give you more information and piece of mind on your condition.
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that could be signs of diabetes. I suggest you take her to see her physician. She could indeed just have a virus. But, if you are concerned, absolutely take her to the doctor. If it's a virus she will have to just ride it out. But, symptoms like that are often described by juvenile diabetics.
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Well, it could be MS, but I think she should also be tested for Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome and APS can mimic MS symptoms.\n\nI will give you some links so you can compare the two.  Email me if you have more questions.
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It sounds like your niece has been pretty upfront with you. Most kids wouldn't tell an adult relative that they are sexually active. It sounds like maybe there are some trust and respect issues in the relationship you have with your niece. Trying to force information out of her will only make her pull away more and force her to tell bigger lies. You need to sit down and have a conversation with her in a relaxed, comfortable setting...maybe go for a walk, or over a cup of tea at home. Tell her that you know she is sexually active and that it meant a lot to you that she was upfront with you about that. Let her know you won't judge her and she won't be punished for coming to you when she needs to. Tell her you love her as your own and want her to be comfortable coming to you about anything. There's nothing wrong with telling her you had hoped she would wait longer before becoming sexually active, but because she is and you know realisticlly it is her choice and you don't have control over it, that you want to make sure she knows the risks.and will come to you as an accurate source of information. Don't expect your relationship with her to change of night, but if you let her know she isn't being judged, won't be punished for seeking your advice and you follow through with these things I think you will see the relationship you have will become stronger and she will come to you willingly, more often.
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yes, my daughter has suffered with this since she was 6, for 7 years medication controlled the seizures, and for the last 3, for no apparent reason, the medication has lost much of it's effectiveness, even though she has been on several. she has had 3 mri's, a pet scan, and ct's, which all show nothing abnormal. however, the eeg, and video eeg all show a right side focus, but cannot pinpoint where or why it happens. it could be something organic in her brain to begin with, or possibly hereditary, as my niece has also had seizures. it can be very frustrating when there is no apparent reason for the seizures, be it something organic or an injury. i'm sure by now you have seen a neurologist, and if it is an ongoing thing, i would discuss medication with him, and the medication is effective in 98% of people with epilepsy. good luck, the best thing is to be there for her, and help her through this.
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My daughter was diagnosed with this condition.\nSometimes she'd react to certain things (ranged from slight swelling to full blown attacks of Anaphylaxis) , other times she'd be fine.\n2yrs later she was diagnosed with Heredity Angioedema.
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In the healthcare professions this is known as 'student syndrome'.  The student often thinks they may have the disease being studied because 'they have all those symptoms too!"\n\nTalk to your mom.  Tell her exactly what you are saying here.  She will help you sort through it, and if needed, get you to the doctor to 'be sure' you are OK.\n\nBest wishes and good luck!
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what meds has she been taking??? that could explain a lot, and also the combination & dosage.\nyou might want to get this checked out by an other doc.
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Not me personally, but my nephew has.  My nephew is an extreme special needs child. He has cerebral palsy and epilepsy.  Seeing an 11 year old in a wheel chair that doesn't talk, feed himself, and drools a lot (his medications cause that), cause people to stare. Sometimes it's a stare of pity. Sometimes a stare of disgust.  Fortunately, there are people that are nice enough to ask my sister his affliction, instead of staring.  They prefer to be educated. Unfortunately, a good portion are heartless, and only see his disabilities.  Not his great smile, or hear his wonderful laugh.  He has taught me much in this world about love, patience and most of all, civility.  I wish others would take his lessons to heart.  I love you, ALAN!!!!
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Hello, i m sorry to hear about your condition, and I would like to answer to your questions saying that its not me the one with leukemia, but my son was diagnosed almost 2 years ago, and the pallor and the tirednes are symptoms that i noticed in him too (he was 3 years old when he was diagnosed), that is due to the decreased level of hemoglobine that many of the patients with leukemia shows, as far as the lost of memory i am not very sure, but if the hemoglobine is low that could cause also a lack of oxigen to the brain and that might affect its normal function.\n\nNever the less, i have to say something else, i know that the initial diagnosis is devastating, but you have to know that there is always hope and leukemia is one of the cancers with the highest cure rate so.. go to the doctor, take your chemo and pray a lot.. im sure you will be fine.  God bless u.\n\n\nANSWERING TO YOUR SPECIFIC QUESTION, I WILL HAVE TO SAY YES, I HAVE HEARD FROM LEUKEMIC PATIENTS THAT THEY HAVE MEMORY LOSS, THE EXPERIENCE I HAVE IS WITH CHILDHOOD CANCER AS I TOLD YOU, AND THINKING ABOUT YOUR QUESTION, I REMEMBER THAT THE MOTHER OF ONE LITTLE GIRL WITH LEUKEMIA, USED TO TELL ME THAT HER DAUGHTER, SINCE SHE GOT SICK, WAS VERY FORGETFUL ABOUT THINGS, THAT SOMETIMES SHE COULDNT EVEN REMEMBER THINGS THAT HAPPENED TO HER THE DAY BEFORE, AND OF COURSE THEY HAD TO TAKE HER OUT OF SCHOOL BECAUSE SHE WAS NOT TAKING ANY ADVANTAGE OF THE CLASSES BECAUSE SHE COULD NEVER REMEMBER ANYTHING. THAT IS ALL I CAN TELL YOU FOR NOW, I HOPE YOU FIND THIS HELPFUL.. ILL KEEP TRYING TO REMEMBER IF SOME OF THE PATIENTS I KNEW SAID SOMETHING ELSE REGARDING TO THAT MATTER, IF I DO I WILL SURE LET YOU KNOW... GOOD LUCK!!
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Since she's sick then I can understand why you are fearful - because she is so unpredictable and could leave at any second, and that makes you feel really insecure. She needs to make the decision to be treated for the disease that she has- my cousin has anorexia and it has controlled her life to the point she doesn't have one. If you can be patient and help ease her into treatment, then I'd say stay. If it happens again, and she runs away, I'd let her go.
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Your not crazy. You maybe physic. It sounds that way to me. If your really worried about it maybe you can speak to your family doctor about it and see what he/she has to say. Good luck to you.
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I would say she needs help. If she is not doing this to her self deliberately, then she could have a very serious medical condition. She needs to see a doctor soon. Not sure on her age, but it may help to talk to her parents about this no matter how old she is. You need help with her. Please make her see a doctor. She is lucky she has someone who cares so much.