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How is Stickler syndrome diagnosed?

See how Stickler syndrome is diagnosed. Which specialists are essential to meet, what tests are needed and other useful information for the diagnosis of Stickler syndrome

Stickler syndrome diagnosis
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Genetic test
Family history plus an eye exam and general exam

Posted Mar 9, 2017 by Lara 1003
By clinic exams and genetic test

Posted Mar 9, 2017 by Agustin y Juan 1000
My stickler was discovered 7 years ago by birth of my daughter who had many problems at birth and then the hospital used her DNA to find out her diagnosis . It was pretty crazy to go back through the family history and finally explain why we have had so many physical problems .

Posted Mar 21, 2017 by Scott 1000
Geneticists and ophthalmologists are a few medical professionals who can diagnose Stickler's Syndrome. Ophthalmologists are preferred over optometrists with the complex vision issues for individuals with Stickler's syndrome.

Ophthalmologists, physical therapists, non invention podiatrists, ear, nose and throat physicians and audiologists are a few professional to seek out in the maintenance in dealing with the symptoms of Stickler's Syndrome.

Posted Nov 18, 2018 by Carl 1800
A group of symptoms, including extreme nearsightedness at early age, cataracts at an extreme early age, thin elongated retinas/eyes, flattened face, small or no nose bridge, high or split palate, joint issues, progressive hearing loss possible (can start young or appear later in life.

Doctors that can help and how essential
pediatric ophthalmologist (critical - can do so much to limit vision loss and improve vision for life)
geneticist (not required but can validate Stickers and which genes impacted
craniofacial doctors
dentist and oral surgean

Posted May 3, 2019 by Polly 200

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My name is Anya. I am a mother of two children. My daughter was born with a smal jaw and an open palates. She has Stickler. We live in Netherlands and will be glad to meet other families with Stickler exprience. Best regards, Anya.
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