10 Cat's Cry Syndrome FAQs
Article Sources
- 1. ’Cri-du-chat syndrome.’ Genetic and Rare Disease Information Center. www.rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/6213/cri-du-chat-syndrome
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What Is the Treatment for Cat's Cry Syndrome?
There's no remedy for cat's cry syndrome. Instead, care is focused on managing symptoms, underlying conditions and complications. For instance, a speech therapist may work on language development and pronunciation, while an ear, nose and throat clinician addresses hearing issues. A speech therapist may also teach safe swallowing.
A newborn may require surgery to repair a cleft palate or lip or a congenital heart defect called patent ductus arteriosus. Scoliosis usually responds well to spinal surgery, and inguinal hernia repair is common.
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