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What Causes 5-year-old To Be Clumsy And Have Lack Of Concentration?

My daughter is 5 and her teacher has noticed that she is very clumsy i too noticed this for about 2 years and thought it was because she was still developing her developmental skills. Today her teacher advised me to see a doctor about her she's noticed also that my daughter cannot sit and consentrate and does not like writing. I can't wait till friday (her appointment day).Can you please tell me what could be wrong with her i'm really worried.
Mon, 3 Apr 2017
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This may b due to Attention deficit hyperactive syndrome or Tourette syndrome. Thyroid hormone abnormalities may also cause these problems. so you should consult with pediatric development neurologist.
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What Causes 5-year-old To Be Clumsy And Have Lack Of Concentration?

This may b due to Attention deficit hyperactive syndrome or Tourette syndrome. Thyroid hormone abnormalities may also cause these problems. so you should consult with pediatric development neurologist.