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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?
Dr. Mercedes P. Jacobson
Neurology | Psychiatry
Dr. Mercedes P. Jacobson
Neurology | Psychiatry

Temple Faculty Practice Plan Inc

3509 N Broad St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (12.9 mi)
215-707-7200
Languages Spoken:
English
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Mercedes Jacobson is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jacobson and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

Dr. Adeline L. Vanderver
Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
Dr. Adeline L. Vanderver
Pediatric Neurology | Neurology

Childrens Health Care Associates Inc

3401 Civic Ctr Blvd, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (17.5 mi)
215-590-1000
Languages Spoken:
English

Adeline Vanderver is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Vanderver and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, Leukodystrophy, CACH Syndrome, and Pol 3-Related Leukodystrophy.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Laura A. Adang
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology
Dr. Laura A. Adang
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry | Neurology
3401 Civic Center Blvd, Chca Nuerology, 
Philadelphia, PA 
 (17.5 mi)
215-590-2437
Languages Spoken:
English

Laura Adang is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and a Neurologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Adang and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Leukodystrophy, Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, and CACH Syndrome.

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