Patient's question:
My child is now 3 years old, but still cannot speak. It takes a long time for them to address others, and their pronunciation is not very standard. Moreover, they almost don't understand things. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Hello! First, you should rule out whether it is a hearing problem. Then, check if the child is reluctant to play with other children and exhibits repetitive, stereotyped behaviors, among other symptoms of autism. If these can be ruled out, it should be a brain disease. In such cases, early comprehensive rehabilitation treatment should be initiated, with main therapies including acupuncture, massage, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, and ST. You should take the child to the hospital to check if their vocal cords are normal. If there are issues, seek surgical solutions promptly.