Diencephalic Syndrome Symptoms, Doctors, Treatments, Advances & More

Diencephalic Syndrome
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What is the definition of Diencephalic Syndrome?

Diencephalic syndrome is a condition caused by a tumor located in a portion of the brain above the brainstem called the diencephalon. The diencephalon includes the hypothalamus and the thalamus. This condition is usually found in infants and young children and may result in symptoms including failure to gain weight and grow normally (failure to thrive), progressive thinness and weakness (emaciation), and hyperactivity and restlessness (hyperkinesia). Other symptoms may include abnormal eye movements and vision issues, vomiting, and hydrocephalus. Diencephalic syndrome is most commonly caused by astrocytomas; however, other types of tumors may be associated including ependymoma, dysgerminoma, and ganglioma. Given their location, these tumors may cause symptoms by leading to abnormal functioning of the hypothalamus and optic nerve.

What are the alternative names for Diencephalic Syndrome?

Diencephalic syndrome
Diencephalic cachexia
Diencephalic syndrome of childhood
Diencephalic syndrome of emaciation
Russell diencephalic cachexia
Russell syndrome

Who are the top Diencephalic Syndrome Local Doctors?

Elite in Diencephalic Syndrome

Maria Parpagnoli

Elite in Diencephalic Syndrome

Maria Parpagnoli

Florence, IT

Maria Parpagnoli practices in Florence, Italy. Ms. Parpagnoli is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Diencephalic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Diencephalic Syndrome, Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Hypopituitarism.

Experienced in Diencephalic Syndrome

Dr. Marcela I. Popescu

Hematology | Oncology

Experienced in Diencephalic Syndrome

Dr. Marcela I. Popescu

Hematology | Oncology

ETSU Pediatrics- St. Jude's Clinic

400 N State Of Franklin Rd, Fl 1,

Johnson City, TN

423-431-3950

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. Dr. Popescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diencephalic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Spherocytosis, Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), Evans Syndrome, and Hemophilic Arthropathy.

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Experienced in Diencephalic Syndrome

Dr. Lyndsay M. Molinari

Pediatrics

Experienced in Diencephalic Syndrome

Dr. Lyndsay M. Molinari

Pediatrics

Atrium Health Levine Children’s Cancer & Blood Disorders, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 3000,

Charlotte, NC

704-381-9900

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Lyndsay Molinari is a Pediatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Molinari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diencephalic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Molinari is currently accepting new patients.