Question 1

which symptoms of marfan syndrome can be treated with cannabis?

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Not needed: Cannabis or marijuana is not needed in the treatment of Marfan syndrome.

Question 2

what is marfan's syndrome and how is it treated?

Accepted Answer

See below: Marfan syndrome is a disorder of connective tissue, the tissue that strengthens the body's structures.

Disorders of connective tissue affect the skeletal system, cardiovascular system, eyes, and skin.

Vision problems should be treated when possible.

Monitor for scoliosis, especially during the teenage years.

Medicine to slow the heart rate may help prevent stress on the aorta.

Question 3

what is marfan syndrome?

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Genetic disorder: Of connective tissue that affects many bodily systems.The national Marfan foundation has a very nice website that will answer any questions you have about Marfan syndrome. Go to www.Marfan.Org.

Question 4

what causes marfan syndrome?

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Genetic mutation: Marfan syndrome is caused by a gene mutation (in the fbn1 gene). A mutation leads to defective, weakened connective tissue throughout the body. Symptoms show up in the parts of the body where shape and structural integrity relies a lot on the weakened type of connective tissue.

Question 5

what can you expect if you have marfan's syndrome?

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Marfan syndrome: affects the body's connective tissue and can cause problems in the eyes, joints, and heart. Marfan syndrome has no cure, but doctors can provide symptomatic management.

Question 6

do i have marfan's syndrome? what are the telltale signs?

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See details: Have a rheumatologist evaluate the issue. If you do, you are tall, loose jointed and may have dislocated the lens of your eye. You may also have cardiac issues. I physical exam and history are very important.

Question 7

is marfan syndrome preventable?

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Sometimes: Marfan syndrome is preventable when the adults who know they have Marfan syndrome thoughtfully choose not to have biological children (50% of their children would have the disease). Some cases are not preventable, such as the 20-30% of Marfan syndrome persons who have the disease from a new mutation (neither parent had a mutation).

Question 8

do i have marfan's syndrome if pectus?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Most people with pectus excavatum do not have Marfan's syndrome but it can certainly be seen with it. If you are concerned, a rheumatologist can evaluate this for you.

Question 9

how does marfan syndrome affect the heart?

Accepted Answer

Aorta Dilitation: Marfan's syndrome is a congenital abnormality which can lead to an abnormality in the lining of the aorta or problems with heart valves.  The most common abnormality is a dilatation of the ascending aorta which can lead to an aneurysm as well a a backward leak of the aortic valve.  An echocardiogram helps make the diagnosis.  If the he problem is severe it can be corrected surgically.

Question 10

can i have lasik if i have marfan's syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Marfan's syndrome can affect the support structure of the lens and the corneal stability.  Sometimes the lens may fall back in the eye requiring cataract surgery and lasik can make this more difficult.  Generally we recommend lasik only on healthy eyes with a long-term stable outlook.

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