Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia
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What is the definition of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia?

Microcephaly with spastic quadriplegia is a very rare inherited (genetic) disorder characterized by an abnormally small head and paralysis of the arms and legs.

What are the symptoms of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia?

Symptoms of microcephaly with spastic quadriplegia may include abnormally small head, mental retardation, seizures, paralysis of arms and legs, lack of muscle tone, and increased reflexes.

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What are the current treatments for Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia?

There is no cure for microcephaly with spastic quadriplegia. Treatment consists of supportive care.

Who are the top Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia Local Doctors?

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Dr. Joseph J. Melvin

Neurology

Experienced in Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia

Dr. Joseph J. Melvin

Neurology

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St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Neurology - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave,

Philadelphia, PA

215-427-5470

Languages Spoken:

English

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Joseph Melvin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Melvin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Phenylketonuria (PKU), West Syndrome, and Seizures. Dr. Melvin is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

Experienced in Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia

Dr. Usha Z. Dayal

Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

Experienced in Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia

Dr. Usha Z. Dayal

Neurology | Pediatric Neurology

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Atrium Health Neurology

15110 John J. Delaney Drive, Suite 200,

Charlotte, NC

704-468-0101

Experience:

45+ years

Languages Spoken:

English

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Usha Dayal is a Neurologist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been practicing medicine for over 45 years. Dr. Dayal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. Her clinical expertise encompasses West Syndrome, Migraine, Zika Virus Disease, and Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. Dr. Dayal is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Neurology With Special Qualification In Child Neurology. Dr. Dayal is currently accepting new patients.

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Dr. Adeel Yousaf

Neurology

Experienced in Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia

Dr. Adeel Yousaf

Neurology

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Atrium Health Levine Children's Neurology Concord

100 Medical Park Drive, Suite 310,

Concord, NC

704-381-1450

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Adeel Yousaf is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Concord, North Carolina. Dr. Yousaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurofibromatosis, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Seizures, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Yousaf is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Yousaf is currently accepting new patients.