genetic

Treacher Collins syndrome

Treacher Collins (TCS) is a disorder characterized by deformities of the ears, eyes, cheekbones, and chin. The degree to which a person is affected may vary from mild to severe. may include breathing problems, vision problems, cleft palate, and hearing loss. Those affected generally have normal intelligence.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Deformities of the ears, eyes, cheekbones

Causes — why it happens

How it's found

·Based on symptoms, X-rays, testing

Treatment

·Reconstructive , hearing aids, speech therapy

Complications

·Breathing problems, problems seeing, hearing loss

Outlook

·Generally normal life expectancy

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