Conditions we treat

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

Central sleep apnoea syndrome (CSA)

Information from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explaining the causes, symptoms and treatment of central sleep apnoea syndrome (CSA) and where to get help.

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Children with cataracts

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains cataracts (cloudy lens) in children and how they can be treated. It also gives a reminder about contact lens use after surgery.

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Chloride channel myotonia

Myotonia happens when there is delayed relaxation after muscle contraction through activity or exercise. This can show up as stiffness, cramp or locking of a variety of muscles. This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains about chloride ch

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Choanal atresia

Choanal atresia is a rare condition that is present from birth, in which the nasal passages are blocked by bone or tissue. This condition can affect one or both nasal passages. This page explains about choanal atresia and what to expect when your child co

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Cholesteatoma

A cholesteatoma is an abnormal skin cell growth found in the middle ear, behind the ear drum. It can cause a smelly discharge from the ear, hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing in the ear).

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