Can people with KTS get pregnant?

Can people with KTS get pregnant?

Patients with KTS can be pregnant and have healthy babies safely with regularly monitor and reasonable treatment during pregnancy.

Is Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome hereditary?

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome is a genetic condition. It involves genetic changes (mutations) most commonly in the PIK3CA gene. These genetic changes are responsible for development of tissues in the body, resulting in overgrowth. KTS is not usually inherited.

Can cloves syndrome be cured?

There is no cure for CLOVES syndrome, but experienced vascular anomaly specialists can manage or prevent symptoms with the right medical and surgical care.

Is there a cure for Klippel-Trenaunay?

Although there’s no cure for Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome, your doctor can help you manage symptoms and prevent complications.

How common is Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome?

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome is estimated to affect at least 1 in 100,000 people worldwide.

Is Klippel-Trenaunay life threatening?

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare congenital syndrome of vascular malformations and soft tissue and bone hypertrophy. Vascular malformations can affect multiple organ systems. Involvement of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is uncommon in KTS, but it can be a source of life-threatening bleeding.

Is CLOVES syndrome life expectancy?

“The Syndrome was first described in 2007 as CLOVE syndrome by a team at National Institute of Health but Boston Children’s Hospital expanded the acronym to include the ‘S’ for scoliosis and/or spinal anomalies, giving us the name ‘CLOVES Syndrome,’ ” she explained via email. Life expectancy is not known.

What are the side effects of cloves?

Common side effects of topically applied clove may include:

• erection problems;
• trouble having an orgasm (delayed ejaculation);
• itching, rash;
• mild skin irritation; or.
• sore gums, mouth irritation, bleeding or swollen gums, or tooth changes after using clove inside the mouth.

Is Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome painful?

Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome (KTS) is a rare disorder that consists of a triad of capillary vascular malformation, venous malformations and/or varicose veins, and soft tissue and/or bony hypertrophy. Pain is a real and debilitating problem in these patients.

Is there a cure for KTS?

There is no cure for KTS. Treatment is symptomatic. Laser surgery can diminish or erase some skin lesions. Surgery may correct discrepancies in limb size, but orthopedic devices may be more appropriate.

How many people in the world have CLOVES syndrome?

The syndrome affects about 150 people worldwide.