Question

Pat is two and a half years old. although he has been developing normally, he is beginning to lose control of his bladder and bowels. upon examination, his pediatrician finds no medical causes. by his third birthday, pat’s understanding of language begins to deteriorate and his social skills are becoming impaired. pat has features of ______.

Answer 1

Pat has features of Childhood disintegrative disorder. Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) is also known as Heller’s syndrome is a disorder that delays the skills in language, motor skills, and social interaction with others. Some of the symptoms of children with CDD are loss of bowel control, loss of social skills, motor skills, and loss of language skills.