Treatment involves testing for and treating any hearing loss so that a child can perform at a normal level in school. Plastic surgery can treat the receding chin and other defects.

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Children with this syndrome typically grow to become normally functioning adults of normal intelligence. Careful attention to any hearing problems helps ensure better performance in school.

• Feeding difficulty
• Speaking difficulty
• Communication problems
• Vision problems

This condition is usually apparent at birth. Call your health care provider if you have a child with symptoms of Treacher-Collins syndrome, including hearing loss or other problems.

A good plastic surgeon is very important, because children with this condition sometimes need a series of operations to correct birth defects. Genetic counseling can also help families understand the condition, the risk of inheriting it, and how to care for the patient.