Question
A 7-year-old child has been suffering from tic disorders for about 2 years. After one year of treatment, the symptoms have varied, but recently, the child has developed neck pain, which requires manual squeezing or shaking of the neck to relieve discomfort. How should this be handled?
Answer
Based on the description, the child’s neck pain may be related to the tic disorders and appropriate treatment is recommended. Parents should avoid excessive attention to prevent increased psychological stress in the child, which could exacerbate the condition. Tic disorders are a type of organic brain damage, and current Western medical treatment can only control symptoms with significant side effects that may affect the child’s intelligence. In comparison, traditional Chinese medicine and Buyi medicine treatments have better effects, achieving cure with less likelihood of recurrence.