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Not talking even for 20 months
Hi, My baby girl not talking even she is 20 months old. Also she is playing herself and not responding to us.
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This concern of yours requires a detailed evaluation.baby needs to be assessed for development
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please consult with a pediatrician directly
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Your baby's hearing should be checked by an audiologist. If her hearing is normal , then she could be having Autism spectrum disorder and should be seen by a child psychologist.
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Some children are late bloomers. They speak later than other children.
Delayed speech often runs in family.
Screening for developmental delay should be offered and appropriate intervention will be advised.
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Need some more history kindly consult pediatrician
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