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New York Post on MSN · 2d

Nonverbal autistic child says first words after taking generic drug given to chemo patients

Mason Connor, a 5-year-old with nonverbal autism disorder, spoke his first words just three days after taking the inexpensive medication.

Parents say son with autism was nonverbal until trying an off-label drug that treats chemo side effects

The theory behind leucovorin's use for autism postulates that some children have a blockage in the transport of folic acid into the brain that potentially contributes to neurological symptoms.

The Beaumont Enterprise · 2d

Old drug leucovorin shows promise in helping nonverbal autistic children speak

Leucovorin, a drug for chemo side effects, may aid speech in nonverbal autistic children by allowing folic acid into the brain.

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Parents say off-label drug helped son with autism speak

After 2-year-old Mason Connor was diagnosed with autism, his parents turn to an off-label drug being studied for its potential to help some kids improve their ability to speak. Dr. Celine Gounder has details.

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Understanding the dangers and sensory appeal of water for children with autism

Six-year-old Mason is drawn to the water. However, his father, Brandon Shaw, knows that Mason’s attraction to water can ...

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Hearts Break As Toddler Comforts Grieving Older Brother: 'Lost for Words'

"He'd look up to the moon and say goodnight to his nana every day religiously for the first six months or so," Nickie Hendry ...

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Parents say nonverbal son spoke after trying off-label drug for chemo side effects

The theory behind leucovorin's use for autism postulates that some children have a blockage in the transport of folic acid ...

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