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Child Being Given Too Much Medication For Migraines, Switching Medical Providers. Concerned About Munchausen Syndrome?

I am concerned that my 16 yr. old granddaughter is being given too much medication for migraines and believe it is a mental health issue. Her mom keeps switching providers and I don't think they are aware of what she has been given before. How can I contact a Dr. To let him know this--parents don't tell us dr name. Concerned about munchausen's (sp.)
Mon, 21 Oct 2013
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Hi,

I guess you are referring to Munchausen's by proxy syndrome and suspecting your daughter-in-law of exaggerating your grand daughter's symptoms and seeking unnecessary treatment for her. If her parents do not give you the doctor's name, you can ask your grand daughter for the same. If you are still unable to find out her doctor's name, the other thing you can do is to contact the local child protection service and inform them of your suspicions. If you do not wish to leave your name, you can do so anonymously through a phone call. You can also talk to her teachers and share your suspicions with them and ask for their opinion and help. They may be aware of her doctor's name if she takes frequent sick leave. All said and done, I would like you to know that Munchausen's by proxy is seen in very young children. Your grand daughter is sixteen years old and should be able to resist any unnecessary treatments and seek help if needed.

Hope this helps you. Best wishes.
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Child Being Given Too Much Medication For Migraines, Switching Medical Providers. Concerned About Munchausen Syndrome?

Hi, I guess you are referring to Munchausen s by proxy syndrome and suspecting your daughter-in-law of exaggerating your grand daughter s symptoms and seeking unnecessary treatment for her. If her parents do not give you the doctor s name, you can ask your grand daughter for the same. If you are still unable to find out her doctor s name, the other thing you can do is to contact the local child protection service and inform them of your suspicions. If you do not wish to leave your name, you can do so anonymously through a phone call. You can also talk to her teachers and share your suspicions with them and ask for their opinion and help. They may be aware of her doctor s name if she takes frequent sick leave. All said and done, I would like you to know that Munchausen s by proxy is seen in very young children. Your grand daughter is sixteen years old and should be able to resist any unnecessary treatments and seek help if needed. Hope this helps you. Best wishes.