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Ryan Lim, 32, has autism and does not speak. When he began experiencing more meltdowns, up to four times a day, his family’s search for answers led them to Dr Chen Shiling, a physician who treats patients with special needs. READ MORE: https://str.sg/ATKg

Her diagnosis that Mr Lim had irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) was a life-changing moment for him and his family.

00:00 Ryan’s drawing shocks his family
01:00 What it’s like to be Ryan’s main caregiver
02:33 Ryan was normal as a baby
03:13 Ryan’s meltdowns suddenly get worse
04:29 Ryan’s new doctor makes a crucial diagnosis
06:04 Ryan is treated for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
06:44 Ryan lets a dentist examine his teeth
07:47 Ryan makes “tremendous progress”
08:42 Ryan gains weight and discovers YouTube
10:02 Ryan has “dreams, hopes, and wants” like all of us

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