Urology Update

Becca went back to the urologist for a follow-up on Friday. This was her first appointment since I'd taken her off the Ditropan because of the over-heating/no sweating side effect. The urologist exclaimed that Rebecca was only the second child in five years she'd seen with this side effect. (Lucky us?) We discussed her continuing symptoms, and the urologist asked, "Does she seem to have a great sense of urgency when she has to go to the bathroom?" And I was forced to say, "Yes, but... Rebecca does most things with a great sense of urgency!" She laughed. We decided to try Detrol LA again - Rebecca had tried it briefly but since it was in pill form we switched after a couple weeks to the Ditropan which was available as a liquid. Since she can't (won't) swallow a pill (even a small one, as these are) I am pulling apart the capsules and sprinkling the contents on top of a spoonful of chocolate pudding. So far this is working well. Detrol has the same side effect profile as Ditropan, but it's not a done deal that she'll react to it the same way. We are keeping a close eye on her though, and have instructed her teachers to do the same.