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Stickler Syndrome - Frequently Asked Questions

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD on Jun 22, 2017


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which doctors treat Stickler Syndrome?

Stickler Syndrome is treated a pediatrician along with other specialists depending on the organ affected. These may include an ophthalmologist, otorhinolaryngologist, and orthopedician


2. Is there a cure for Stickler Syndrome?

Stickler Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation. Hence, it has no cure. Amelioration of symptoms remains the mainstay of treatment.

3. Who first described Stickler Syndrome?

Stickler Syndrome was first described by Dr. Gunnar Stickler in the year 1965. It was originally termed as hereditary progressive arthro-ophthalmopathy because it predominantly affects the eyes and the joints.

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