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Condition
Prader-Willi Syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects muscle tone, growth, cognitive behavior and a child’s overall development. It is one of many orthopedic syndromes that are treated at Shriners Children's.
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Condition
Foot Pain
Foot pain is common in active children and can range from mild to severe. Specialists at Shriners Children's will assess your child's foot pain to diagnose their condition and develop a customized treatment plan.
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Condition
Supernumary Digits
Supernumerary digits (polydactyly) refers to extra fingers or toes that are present at birth. Typically these extra "digits" contain soft tissue and are easy to remove without restricting basic abilities.
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Fecal Incontinence Care
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Fecal-IncontinenceAt Shriners Children's, we provide specialized care for children with fecal incontinence and other colorectal and gastrointestinal (GI) health problems.
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Gynecomastia
Shriners Children's offers treatment for gynecomastia, which is an enlargement or swelling of breast tissue in males. It is most commonly caused by male estrogen levels that are out of balance with testosterone levels.
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Condition
Frostbite
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/FrostbiteFrostbite can occur when skin is exposed to extreme cold temperatures. Prolonged exposure can result in serious injury. Shriners Children’s utilizes burn care treatments that are effective in treating frostbite.
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Video
Connor's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2021/01/Connors-StoryMeet National Patient Ambassador Connor and see his story.
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Video
No Boundaries: Juan Diego's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2023/07/No-Boundaries-Juan-Diegos-StoryMeet International Patient Ambassador Juan Diego.
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Patient Story
Swinging for Joy: Adventures at the 2024 Shriners Children’s Open
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/11/Adventures-at-the-2024-Shriners-Childrens-OpenBlake had the opportunity to represent Shriners Children’s Chicago as a standard bearer for the 2024 Shriners Children’s Open in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Patient Story
Chloe's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/10/ChloeInspired by the care she received at Shriners Children's Boston, Chloe is already raising funds to support other children with burn injuries.