Guest guest Posted September 23, 2010 Report Share Posted September 23, 2010 I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity. Thanks so much, Shiri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2010 Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 My son saw Jo , immunologist, at Miami Children's hospital.Sent from my iPhone I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity. Thanks so much, Shiri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2010 Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 What did Dr. determine about your son's immune system? Beckerman My son saw Jo , immunologist, at Miami Children's hospital.Sent from my iPhone I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity.Thanks so much,Shiri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2010 Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 Thanks! Did you need a referral from a Pediatrician? Do you know if he does testing for viral titers, etc? Thanks again! Shiri > > > I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know > > a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in > > autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm > > looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with > > the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity. > > Thanks so much, > > Shiri > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2010 Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 HiThe one thing that came from my son's immune panel was that his " pneumococcol titers " were low, thus he was unable to fight the frequent sinus and chest infections he was getting. To help resolve this he had a vaccine to boost his titers and a retest showed that they are now within the normal range. Jo , obviously specializes in immunology but I am not aware of her specific views on the link between autoimmune disease and autism.Perhaps you might call her to have an initial consult? Her telephone number is: . Hope this helps.All the best,Caroline My son saw Jo , immunologist, at Miami Children's hospital. Sent from my iPhone I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity. Thanks so much, Shiri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2010 Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 You are welcome.My son was referred by his neurologist. He was admitted into hospital for various tests over a couple of days, including the immunology testing.I don't know anything about viral titers; best you speak to Jo. She is very approachable and I am sure she will be able to answer your questions or direct you to someone who can. Good luck again!Caroline Thanks! Did you need a referral from a Pediatrician? Do you know if he does testing for viral titers, etc? Thanks again! Shiri > > > I would like to take my son to get an immune panel, does anyone know > > a good immunologist or infectious diseases Dr. who specializes in > > autism and related autoimmune issues here in South Florida? I'm > > looking for a doctor who will take us seriously and is on board with > > the theory that autism can be related to autoimmunity. > > Thanks so much, > > Shiri > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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