In Reply to: Please help: my kid has chewing problem!!! posted by Tig on April 14, 2000 at 00:00:15:

: I have a son. He is now 3 years and 4 months old. He is a very stubborn child.
: But what really bother me-he still can't to chew. In age of 9 months he tried
: to chew but he choked several times .Now even a tiny piece of solid food
: can cause a vomiting. He eats only "baby food" and refuses to chew at all.
: We tried candies, cookies, and every "yummy stuff" -he just licks it with
: passion. We also have a turn in long line in a hospital to get consultation
: But it will take up to 10 months, as his condition does not consider life
: threatening.
: Any help or suggestion will be greatly appreciated.

Hi, a couple of things;your child could either have a medical problem such as an inadequete opening from his esophagus to his stomach-so there is nowhere to go but up. Or mabe he was traumatised from his earlier choking incident, and now he doesnt want to swallow. I've found from experience that most medical facilities will perform tests PDQ when you offer to pay right away vs insurance/HMO's. You need to find a sympathetic GP who will help you to determine the nesessary tests, order them and refer you appropriatly. Good Luck! Shona