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Condition
Pes Planus / Pes Planovalgus
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Pes-Planus-Pes-PlanovalgusPes Planus / Pes Planovalgus, also known as flat foot, occurs when the feet are flat on the bottom and don’t have an arch. Shriners Children's physicians typically treat it using a special shoe insert designed by our in-house technicians.
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Hypertrophic Scars
Hypertrophic scars are raised and often related to burn injuries. They are thick, impairing mobility and function. We use the latest techniques to reduce size and improve appearance.
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Feeding Difficulties
A burn injury can cause feeding difficulties. At Shriners Children’s our nutritionists will develop a plan for your child’s specific needs so they have the nourishment they need to heal.
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Provider
Ian A. Powelson, MD
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Our-Care-Providers/P/Ian-A-Powelson-MD-39185Ian A. Powelson, MD specializes in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery, Surgery Critical Care, Burn Surgery.
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DiGeorge Syndrome
DiGeorge Syndrome, or 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, is when a small part of chromosome 22 is missing. This results in the poor development of several body systems. Symptoms vary but can include cleft palate.
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Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Toxic epidermal necrolysis - TEN - is a rare and serious skin condition that causes severe skin peeling and blistering. It’s often triggered by a reaction to medication.
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Joseph Jeevendra A. Martyn, MD, PHD
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Our-Care-Providers/M/Joseph-Jeevendra-A-Martyn-MD-PHD-24550Joseph Jeevendra A. Martyn, MD, PHD specializes in Anesthesiology.
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Transverse Myelitis
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Transverse-MyelitisTransverse myelitis (TM) is a neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the spinal cord that affects mostly children. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care to fit your child’s needs.
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Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a rare autoimmune disorder that inflames healthy muscle tissue, causing weakness. Treatment at Shriners Children's may include physical therapy, speech therapy, medication or surgery.
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Purpura Fulminans
Purpura fulminans is a rare, serious blood clot condition which appears as a purple rash or patch on the skin, usually following an illness like chicken pox or strep throat. This is an emergency which may need surgery.