What to do if your child is only five years old with Tourette’s Syndrome

The etiology and pathogenesis of Tourette’s syndrome is not clear, some cases are caused by basal nucleus lesions, and some are related to psychiatric factors. After the child is five years old with Tourette’s syndrome, the treatment of psychotherapy and drug therapy. 1. Psychological treatment: tic disorder children’s symptoms, regardless of the severity of the family, society has a great influence on its, often vulnerable to mental trauma, emotional fluctuations or overburdened with learning and other factors, so the psychological behavioral therapy is a very necessary complement to the drug treatment. Psycho-behavioral treatment includes behavioral therapy, supportive psychological counseling, family therapy and so on. 2. Medication: Start with a small dose and gradually increase the dose or stop the medication slowly after judging the efficacy. Because of the fluctuation of Tourette’s syndrome, it is necessary to observe closely when using medication, and the medication should be used for a long time, and the medication should be reduced very slowly. Commonly used medications include Thiopental Hydrochloride Tablets, Tomoxetine Hydrochloride and so on. At the same time, parents should reasonably arrange the life of the affected children to avoid excessive excitement, tension, fatigue, cold and fever, so as to avoid triggering or aggravating the disorder. Rhythmic physical activity exercises can be carried out. All of the above drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication. If your child develops involuntary head, neck or upper limb movements, or movements such as throat clearing or nose sniffing, it is recommended that you seek prompt medical attention and be evaluated and treated by a specialist.