I posted a few months ago about my son with autism and his excelerated growth. We have a confirmed diagnosis of CAH-non salt wasting and he has begun hydrocortisone treatment. I need some help in understanding this disorder and have learned that parent's can usually give the straight story and save a great deal of time in searching for help. Some of my questions may seem strange, but we are really just beginning to understand the medical aspects of the "new Autism epidemic" and it's connection to the endocrine system. Is CAH only genetic? Can you have it without specific genetic markers? Can it be acquired? Can it just develop invitro? Are there other disease that mimic CAH? Can a child outgrow the need to treatment? Are there cases of borderline CAH or adrenal glands that work, but are extremely slow and inefficient? Where is the leading facility for treatment of non-salt wasting, late onset CAH? Is there a private (other than NIH) medical facility that specializes in CAH? Who are the research leaders? Where can I learn specific medical information about CAH? I am interested in specific types of the disorder. I would like to learn more about why his bone age changed so much and what specifically is happening to his body. Are there any children with Autism and CAH in this group? I am sorry for all the questions, but I am troubled about his diagnosis and need to make sure it is correct if I am going to give him medication for life. Thank you for your help. Jodi, Greg's mom.