What Is Treacher Collins Syndrome?
5. Infections
There is always a risk of infection even in people that don’t have deformities, although our immune system is quite effective at helping to protect us. For those that have a weakened immune system, including people with Treacher Collins syndrome, the risk of infection is greatly increased.
People with the condition will sometimes have dry eyes because the tear glands are unable to function properly, and this can lead to eye infections. A deformed dental structure will also increase the patients chances of developing infections. Antibiotics can help to fight off infections, but it is important not to overuse them where possible.
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