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Conditions we treat

Want to know more about the conditions we treat at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)? Just search below:

Cutis aplasia

Cutis aplasia means ‘missing skin’ and is a congenital (present at birth) condition where a section of skin, usually on the scalp, is missing. This page explains the condition called cutis aplasia, what causes it and how it can be treated. It also outline

Cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita (CMTC)

This information sheet from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains the causes, symptoms and treatment of cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita (CMTC) and where to get help. Cutis marmorata telangiectatica congenita (CMTC) is a birthmark that aff

Cystic fibrosis

This information from Great Ormond Street Hospital is about cystic fibrosis (CF) – an inherited disease primarily affecting the lungs and digestive system. It happens because the gene that is responsible for making mucus is faulty. Normally, the mucus tha

Cystic fibrosis (CF) and staphylococcus aureus infections

Staphylococcus aureus (known as staph) is a bacterium that is quite common in the general population. If someone with cystic fibrosis (CF) develops a staph infection, the bacteria may grow and spread quickly, causing more serious problems. This page from

Cystic fibrosis related diabetes

Cystic fibrosis related diabetes (CFRD) is different to other types of diabetes. CFRD is caused by the build up of thick secretions in the pancreas. These secretions damage the cells that produce a hormone called insulin.