Absolutely they should be reported for the Synthroid, if that WERE an issue
GH is less of an issue. Yes, she will be shorter, but then she will already be short because of the Turner. She should have an option but a short delay in treatment will not be a major issue.
I think before referral I would try to get a better understanding of why the Dad is refusing GH, and possibly try to contact Mom to find out if there are objections.
While time is an issue, a delay of a few months is not critical. One of the issues appears to be understanding of the treatment and another is getting the parents on the same page.
It may take Child Services to get the parents on the same page but it might be worth trying to contact them first.
In Illinois Child Services can be a mixed bag. Some workers do an excellent job, some are terrible and cause more harm than good. I am careful to refer unless I feel that harm has either been or is acutely likely to occur. In this case I would think you have time to find out more - and if you can't then they should be referred to Protective Services.
Last edited by Wendell365; 07/26/2012 12:42 PM.
