Know the Signs, Fight for Victory
Regular exercise improves both physical and emotional well-being and can be incorporated safely into the routine of people with Marfan syndrome. Therefore, they are encouraged to adapt health measures that protect them from Marfan features that can worsen and from medical conditions that are simply part of the aging process. With an early diagnosis, treatment, and lifestyle adaptations, many […]
Marfan syndrome is a life-threatening genetic disorder that causes some physical problems that can interfere with a student’s ability to perform in the classroom without modifications. These physical limitations cause many students living with the disorder to feel isolated and alone. We hope this guide enables educators to: Understand the basics of Marfan syndrome and […]
As the health needs of schools have changed since 1902, the role of school nursing has evolved to meet those changing needs. The school nurse plays an important leadership role in prevention of illness or injury, identification of medical problems through screening programs, and overall health maintenance. This is particularly important when a student has […]
El síndrome de Marfan puede afectar a los ojos de muchas maneras. Es por este motivo que las personas con síndrome de Marfan deben consultar a un oftalmólogo (un doctor médico que se especializa en los ojos) para saber si tienen algún problema y también para saber cómo pueden cuidar de sus ojos. He aquí […]
This Parent Toolkit is a resource for parents of children with Marfan, Loeys-Dietz, VEDS, or another genetic aortic condition. It offers resources to help you deal with your child’s school, doctors, and healthcare, and guide you to additional resources for information and support.
Aquí están algunas de las preguntas más frecuentes sobre el síndrome de Marfan y trastornos relacionados con las respuestas proporcionadas por el Dr. Juan Bowen, Mayo Clinic, quien es un experto médico líder en el síndrome de Marfan y trastornos relacionados.
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