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What is the definition of Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome?

Fetal thalidomide syndrome, also known as thalidomide embryopathy, is a group of fetal abnormalities that occur in fetuses exposed in the womb to the drug, thalidomide. Thalidomide is a sedative used to treat leprosy and multiple myeloma. In the 1950s, however, thalidomide was used to treat morning sickness in pregnant women, leading to approximately 15,000 babies worldwide born with severe abnormalities.

What are the symptoms of Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome?

Symptoms of fetal thalidomide symptom are many and can be severe, including undeveloped, extremely short limbs; absence of one or more limbs; abnormalities of the forelimbs or hand, such as split hand; absence or abnormalities of thumbs, such as extra thumbs; absence of the humerus (upper arm bone), forearm, femur (thigh bone), or lower leg; decreased body height; facial hemangiomas (bright red birthmarks); chronic rhinitis; absent or abnormal ears; deafness; eye abnormalities, such as abnormally small eyes, absence of eyes, crossed eyes, or absence or abnormality of the cornea; kidney, heart, gastrointestinal tract, genitalia, and heart abnormalities; insulin resistance; and death.

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What are the current treatments for Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome?

There is no cure for fetal thalidomide syndrome. Treatment is focused on symptomatic and supportive care. Fetal thalidomide syndrome can be prevented by avoiding thalidomide use during pregnancy.

Who are the top Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome Local Doctors?

Elite in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Thayne W. Kowalski

Elite in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Thayne W. Kowalski

Porto Alegre, RS, BR

Thayne Kowalski practices in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Mr. Kowalski is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome, Fetal Hydantoin Syndrome, Erythema Nodosum, and Craniofacial-Deafness-Hand Syndrome.

Elite in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Fernanda L. Vianna

Elite in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Fernanda L. Vianna

Porto Alegre, RS, BR

Fernanda Vianna practices in Porto Alegre, Brazil. Vianna is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome, Erythema Nodosum, Microcephaly, and Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome.

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Experienced in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Dr. Howard L. Minkoff

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Experienced in Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome

Dr. Howard L. Minkoff

Obstetrics and Gynecology

967 48th St,

Brooklyn, NY

718-283-7555

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English

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Howard Minkoff is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Minkoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fetal Thalidomide Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Cervical Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Endoscopy.