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De Lange Syndrome
In development: Cornelia de lange syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects many parts of the body. The features of this disorder vary widely among affected individuals and range from relatively mild to severe. It effect the skeletal development and patients can have widely spaced teeth. Some people with this condition are born with an opening in the roof of the mouth called a cleft palate. ...Read more
My child has cornelia de lange syndrome is it normal for this kids to put their hands in their mouth?
Yes: It is normal for any kid to put their fingers or hands in their mouth. There are thousands of pleasure nerve fibers in the lips, and kids find them soothing. Normally functioning kids usually grow out of this habit, while those that are mentally challenged may not adapt the social skills of older regular kids. ...Read more
What do you suggest if my child has cornelia de lange syndrome is it common for this kids to put their hands in their mouth?
Foranswers/reference: Putting hands in the mouth is a common feature of children everywhere. Not necessarily related to any specific genetic disorder. Attached there is a link to a site that offers general information and also provides other links to support sites for parents etc. Good luck! http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/cornelia-de-lange-syndrome ...Read more
Should i be concerned if my child has cornelia de lange syndrome is it common for this kids to put their hands in their mouth?
Disembarkment: Is a rare condition occurring after a motion event such as flying. Causes feelings of swaying or rocking, imbalance, fatigue & low concentration (brain fog), headaches, dizziness. Symptoms worsen by stress or lack of sleep or loud noises. Cause unknown. Some benefit from Benzodiazepines & Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. ...Read more
TENS: or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is a therapy that uses low-voltage electrical current for pain relief. The theory is that when nerves in the painful area are stimulated by electricity they send signals to the brain that block or "scramble" normal pain signals. While not commonly used in DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, there would be no problem in trying it. Good wishes:) ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
Can someone get mal de disembarkment syndrome from playing racing games for a few hours every day?
Yes: Your brain does not know if you were on a boat or just virtual reality - game graphics are quite good now so yes this is possible. Sometimes people will even get it after imax movies. ...Read more
De Quervain's tenosy: If you suspect de Quervain's tenosynovitis, go see your Family Doc for initial evaluation & treatment (anti-inflammatories, immobilization & PT/OT). Failing that, s/he may refer you to Sports Med doc for steroid injections. Hand surgeon can discuss surgical options. Check out http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/de-quervains-tenosynovitis/basics/definition/con-20027238 for more info. ...Read more
Cri-du-chat or 5p- : syndrome has a neurodevelopmental profile of Intellectual Disability, ADHD & autistic behaviors + low muscle tone. My 1 long-time patient with CdCS has been helped by Applied Behavioral Analysis, very low doses of medications for hyperactivity, physical aggression, & compulsive behaviors, Picture Exchange Communication, OT, PT & speech therapies. See www.fivepminus.org for more suggestions. ...Read more
Yes: It can certainly reappear if the treatment was conservative management including nsaids, splints, steroid injections. If the symptoms continue you may need surgical release for definitive treatment. A complete evaluation by a hand surgeon will also ensure the diagnosis is correct. ...Read moreSee 2 more doctor answers
Mal de Mer??: It is possible to have fluid in the middle ear to cause this or just feel sea sick and not being on the boat after disembarking. Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea can be caused by many things. Fluid in middle ear might have been caused by having a cold or sinus problem and not being on a ship. If symptoms do not improve being on land for 24 hours see your family physician or sooner if worse. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
De quervains syndrome, I now have a thumb spica splint, what is the best angle for the metal strip ?
I had tendon release and De Quervain syndrome surgery on the same wrist. I have intense numbness in my thumb and fingers and top of my hand. What can ?
My daughter has de moriers syndrome, microcephaly, polymicrogyria and epilepsy.De moriers syndrome doctor told us it was a empty mass like hole on brain?
Septo-opticDysplasia: De morsier syndrome is also known as septo-optic dysplasia, an underdevelopment of the optic nerve and absence of a midline part of the brain. It can cause vision and endocrine (hormone) problems in some patients. I'm sorry to hear your daughter has this diagnosis, and i hope she is able to find treatment at a children's hospital where she can get all the specialty care she deserves. ...Read more