1 Clinical Fellow in Neonatology, Boston Hospital for Women, Lying-in Division, 221 Longwood Avenue Boston, Massachusetts 02115
The following case may prove interesting to readers who treat hyperkinetic children.
The patient, a 7-year-old boy, was noted to be hyperactive at school. He was easily distractible during group activity, easily frustrated, and under achieving despite above average intelligence. He also had a cough for several days.
Physical examination revealed a quite hyperactive male unable to sit still or concentrate on tasks for more than 15 to 20 seconds. Other than this, neurological examination was within normal limits.