FAQ Category: Clinical Aspects

What about growth hormone for children with Costello syndrome?

Short stature is one of the features of Costello Syndrome. Most children will be seen by a paediatric growth specialist (endocrinologist) because of this. Growth hormone testing and treatment will then be discussed with your…

What are the typical facial and body features of Costello syndrome?

The facial features vary among individuals and, most importantly, over time. Infants may have a large head, high forehead, and unusual tongue. Some have very fine curly hair while others have coarse straighter hair, each…

What does it mean when I hear that Costello syndrome children have ? developmental delay??

In the US school setting, intellectual disabilities are still referred to as mental retardation, though the federal government is working to change that with a law. It is one of 13 categories of disability under…