Q: How will I know if my children will be affected with Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis?
A: With advanced genetic techniques, it is possible to predict if your child will be affected by any genetic condition. But since Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis is a condition of unknown cause, genetic mapping is not always the answer. This together with the fact that the disease is mild and does not pose a threat to life makes this process irrelevant.
Q: Which doctor should I see in case my child has several soft tissue swellings?
A: A pediatrician, orthopedic specialist or a dental surgeon are the doctors who will be able to diagnose and offer further advice about this condition.
Q: My child has been diagnosed as having Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis. Should I be worried?
A: No. Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis is a relatively mild condition and so far no fatalities have been reported. Therefore, there is no need to worry as such, but make sure that your child has regular check ups.
Q: What are the complications of Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis?
A: Complication are extremely rare and include deformities of the involved bones, inequalities in limb-length.
Q: What other conditions mimic Infantile Cortical Hyperostosis?
A: Differential diagnosis include
