How do you diagnose Marfan's?

Answer 1

* A tall and thin body frame, long and slender fingers, and long arms and legs. * A curved spine (called scoliosis). * Chest-wall deformities, such as a breast bone (sternum) that is caved in (indented) or sticking out (protruding). If the breast bone is indented, it may also be very narrow. * Eye or vision problems, such as nearsightedness (only being able to see objects close up) or a detached retina that can lead to sudden loss of eyesight. A detached retina can be repaired by an eye surgeon. * Disproportionate growth, meaning people with Marfan syndrome are usually very tall. This may be especially noticeable in children, because they may be much taller than other children their own age. * Flat feet. * Loose joints (called joint laxity) or being double jointed. * Shortened muscles, tendons, and ligaments The diagnosis of Marfan's is mostly a clinical one. There is no specific laboratory test for it that are used. The doctor look for the things listed above and reviews the patient and family history.