whats next port of call after gp?

[DrWhoTakeTwo]

Ive made an appointment with gp for myself to discuss ds and my concerns (sensory issues) as i feel that with nothing 'on paper' it may become an issue in time. If the gp feels im right to be concerned what will they do?

also is it ok to make an appointment for myself and discuss my child? and do they need to be there with me?

Hi Drwho. Yes it is OK to make an appnt & discuss your ds without him being there. it will be easier for you to be open & honest without your ds.
Without knowing all the specifics regarding your ds & any concerns I would say ask for a referral to a developmental paediatrician, how old is your ds? It varies from area to area but lots of areas have child devleopment centres usually attached to the hospital, generally they will have paeds, OT's, physio's , pshychologists, play specialists, SALTS.
The paed is often the first point of call after the GP as they will know the best course of action for your child.
Make sure your have a list of the things you want to discuss, it may be that he wants to see your ds himself after your initial appnt but make sure you are able to get all your points accross.
often DR's limit normal appnts to 10 mins per patient or similar, dont let him rush you.
What do you want to get from the appnt, if it is a referal for further investigation then if it is not volunteereed make sure oyu ask for a referal.

Thank you he is 6 has various sensory issues getting assistance in school with sensory aids but dosnt seem to be enough. Seen OT briefly was discharged after sensory aids implemented in school. Very difficult at home obessive questions, always overstimulated etc wouldnt get a word in edge ways if i took him to gp with me. Hoping for some advice from gp or referral to someone who can tell us wether we are right to be concerned or hes just a boistourous child who knows how to play us and is not allowed to be child (as family seem to think)

OP
Would this help you organise your thoughts about what are the various sensory issues?
I would guess that your GP will refer to an OT if there is an issue...but getting the right OT is crucial.
Someone who has Sensory Integration training sounds like what you need.

thanks good list there, lots ring true with ds although a mix of hyper and hypo for some, the last OT he seen was useless and offered no additional help.

You could also try the school nursing service. Where I live they are very helpful and have been more helpful with referrals than my GP.

the school nurse was supposed to be 'keeping an eye on situation' but hasnt actually done anything. Hopefully with get some advice from gp and not be referred back to last OT. Thats if the gp will even discuss ds at an appointment meant for me.