How Do You Support A Child With Poland Syndrome?
Poland Syndrome is a rare birth defect characterized by underdevelopment or absence of the chest muscle. It can also cause the webbings of hands and feet. It is found more commonly in males than females and can have hard social consequences for both if not handled correctly by the parents. Stop blaming yourself, this is not a disease or condition that was in any way your fault. There is further research being done, but as of now it is an interruption of the embryonic blood supply to the arteries that lie under the collarbone (subclavian arteries) at about the 46th day of embryonic development. This means it was naturally causing and just be thankful your child is healthy enough to be a functioning part of society. Inform your kid early of their condition. Tell them exactly what it is and how it makes them no different. This will be easier in males than females because ones girls hit puberty they will have no breast development on one side. Do not favor or treat them differently, this i
