What rare conditions does Ceeariah Madden's son have?

Her son has congenital hyperinsulinism, CLOVES syndrome, and Sturge-Weber syndrome.

How did a bruise on a toddler's toe lead to diagnosis?

A mother's persistence in seeking medical attention for a seemingly minor mark led to the discovery of critical low blood sugar and subsequent diagnoses.

What is congenital hyperinsulinism?

It's a rare condition where the body produces too much insulin, causing dangerously low blood sugar levels.

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Mom's Gut Feeling Saves Toddler From Rare Illness

6 Jan

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Summary

A mother's intuition led to the discovery of congenital hyperinsulinism in her toddler.
The toddler has two other extremely rare conditions: CLOVES and Sturge-Weber syndromes.
The child is believed to be the only known person with both CLOVES and Sturge-Weber syndromes.

Mom's Gut Feeling Saves Toddler From Rare Illness

A Florida mother's unwavering trust in her maternal instincts led to the diagnosis of a rare and life-threatening condition in her young son. Ceeariah Madden noticed a small mark on her 14-month-old son Delswan III's toe, which, despite initial medical assurances, spurred her to seek further examination.

Her insistence on blood work revealed critically low blood sugar levels, prompting a transfer to a children's hospital. There, Delswan was diagnosed with congenital hyperinsulinism, a condition causing severe hypoglycemia. Further testing uncovered two additional extremely rare disorders: CLOVES syndrome and Sturge-Weber syndrome.

Delswan is believed to be the only known case worldwide with both CLOVES and Sturge-Weber syndromes. His treatment is complex, requiring continuous feeding via a tube, as he is unresponsive to standard medications. Madden now advocates for parents to trust their instincts when their child's health is concerned.