Division of Ophthalmology Patients Stories Listing

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Nance Horan Syndrome: Chaz’s Story
Chaz was only two months old when his family learned he was nearly blind. Family history provided a clue to a rare genetic disorder called Nance Horan syndrome.
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Neurofibromatosis 1: Carlee’s Story
Carlee, 4, receives treatment for the optic pathway tumor that caused vision loss. But she’s also gotten extensive psycho-social support.
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Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome: Lily’s Story
With pseudotumor cerebri syndrome, the symptoms are real even though the tumor is not. Lily relied on her CHOP doctors and her own perseverance to combat the condition.