Rett Syndrome Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Rett Syndrome treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Rett Syndrome
There is no cure for Rett syndrome. People with this condition need to be monitored for:
- Skeletal problems
- Heart problems
Treatment aims to control symptoms and includes:
Medication
- Anticonvulsants to control seizure activity
- Stool softeners or laxatives if constipated
- Drugs to help with breathing
- Drugs to ease agitation
- Histone deacetylase inhibitors-Scientists are investigating this group of medications to treat Rett syndrome.
Nutrition Support
- Small, frequent meals
- Supplements
- Tube feeding , if the patient is unable to consume enough food
- Fluids and high- fiber foods to help control Constipation
Rehabilitation Therapies
- Occupational therapy-to help patients learn to perform daily activities, such as dressing and eating
- Physical therapy-to help patients improve coordination and movement (can sometimes prolong the ability to walk), braces and splints may be recommended
- Speech therapy aids-to build communication skills
- Social workers-to help a family cope with caring for a child with Rett syndrome
Techniques for Limiting Problem Behaviors
Keeping a diary of your child's behaviors and activities helps determine the cause of agitation. The following may help to prevent or control behavior problems:
- Warm baths
- Massage
- Soothing music
- Quiet environment
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