Question 1

what is treacher collins syndrome? is there a cure?

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Inherited Disorder: Treacher Collins Syndrome, or mandibulofacial dysostosis is an inherited craniofacial disorder with a distinct set of characteristics.  These characteristics include hypoplasia (underdevelopment) of the facial bones, clefting of the palate, ear anomalies and eye problems.  While there is no "cure," there are craniofacial teams that can help patients surgically with the syndrome.

Question 2

what is the life expectancy for someone with treacher collins syndrome?

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Usually normal: The life expectancy of a person with Treacher Collins Syndrome is normal.  The exception is if there are significant jaw malformations which can affect breathing.

Question 3

what is treacher collins syndrome?

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TC Syndrome: TCS is a genetic craniofacial disorder. Complete description here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treacher_Collins_syndrome
See oral surgeon or craniofacial surgeon for surgical corrections procedures. Requires years of management by surgeon, speech therapist, pediatrician, orthodontist.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: treacher collins syndrome?

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Treacher collins: Is a congenital disorder characterized by craniofacial deformities, such as absent cheekbones. Treacher collins syndrome is found in about 1 in 50, 000 births. The typical physical features include downward slanting eyes, micrognathia (a small jaw), conductive hearing loss, underdeveloped zygoma, drooping part of the lateral lower eyelids, and malformed or absence of ears.

Question 5

can people who are born with treacher collins syndrome, after surgeries, end up ok?

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Absolutely!: Results, both functional and esthetic will vary depending on the severity of the defects.  Some treacher-collins patients do have some developmental disabilities as well as hearing and speech problems.  Your best bet for advice for the long-term is being a patient in a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary cleft and craniofacial clinic.

Question 6

what is the chance that hearing loss is caused by treacher collins syndrome? what are the usual symptoms?

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50 % have it.: 50% of treacher collins patients have hearing loss. Usually due to malformations of the external ear or ear canal. Can be improved with reconstructive surgery. See a facial plastic surgeon.

Question 7

what is treacher collins syndrome? can it cause a cleft palate?

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It can: Treacher collins syndrome frequently has cleft palate associated.  It is a birth defect associated with downsloping eyes, small midface and lower jaw, abnormal ears and hearing, and other problems.  The manifestations can be mild or quite involved.  Most of the children with this have normal intelligence.

Question 8

what is treacher collins symptoms?

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Many signs: Patients have an under-de eloped lower jaw and chin, down-slanting eyes, may have ear deformities, poor or absent hearing, nasal deformities and under-developed cheekbones.  There are other findings, depending on the severity of the syndrome.

Question 9

what are the effects of risperdial medication on a down's syndrome child?

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Not really known: It's not really known, it's a risk benefit analysis in every case.

Question 10

what happens if i stop taking medication for sjrogrens syndrome?

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Hard to know: Without knowing your specifics, it is impossible to advise you as to what could be the consequences of stopping your medications for sjogrens. You could have a flare of symptoms, or you may not notice much of difference. I would only do this in consult with your physician, since untreated sjogrens can have permanent and serious consequences for your health.

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