What is the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy?

Question

Is there any solution for spino muscular atrophy for a five-month-old baby? Where can I get it treated?

Expert Answer

Dr Satish SalujaApr 17, 2006

Consultant Neonatologist,
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital,
New Delhi

There is no definitive medical therapy for spinal muscular atrophy. Occupational therapy may help to some extent. You may also contact a Geneticist for counselling.

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What is the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy?

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