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Van Der Woude Syndrome
Van der Woude syndrome is a genetic condition that involves cleft lip, cleft palate, missing teeth, and lip pits. Our multidisciplinary teams provide treatment for physical, emotional and social concerns.
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Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disorder that inflames healthy muscle tissue, causing weakness. Treatment at Shriners Children's may include physical therapy, speech therapy, medication or surgery.
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Ganglion Cyst
A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled sac that often grows on the hand or wrist. Symptoms include numbness, tingling or decreased range of motion. Surgery is only recommended when the condition causes pain.
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Epigastric Hernia
Shriners Children's treats this type of hernia in the epigastric region of the abdominal wall, above the belly button and just below the sternum of the rib cage.
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Patient Story
From Donor to Dad
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/From-donor-to-dadThe recreational therapy/child life staff plays a vital role in helping make the hospital seem less scary to patients by promoting positive coping skills. They use what’s called “medical play” before surgery, complete with a special doll and real medical equipment, to help reduce fears of what is to...
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Spasticity
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/SpasticitySpasticity is abnormal muscle stiffness, making it difficult for a child to perform coordinated movements. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care tailored to your child’s needs.
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Marfan Syndrome
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Marfan-SyndromeMarfan syndrome is a rare inherited disorder that affects connective tissue. At Shriners Children's, your child will receive comprehensive care for this condition.
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Traumatic Wounds
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Traumatic-WoundsAnimal bites and friction burns, like road rash or treadmill burns, are examples of traumatic wounds we treat at Shriners Children's. When the skin is punctured by a bite or rubbed briskly on a rough surface, a traumatic wound can occur.
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Neurofibromatosis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/NeurofibromatosisShriners Children's physicians treat kids with neurofibromatosis by encouraging healthy growth and development and managing complications should they appear.
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Acute Flaccid Myelitis
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Acute-Flaccid-MyelitisAcute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) is a condition affecting the nerves in the spinal cord, mostly in children. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care tailored to your child’s needs.