How is DiGeorge syndrome treated?

How is DiGeorge syndrome treated?

Treatment for DiGeorge syndrome depends on a person’s symptoms. Healthcare providers treat the syndrome by managing its effects.

Types of therapies to manage symptoms and correct features caused by the disorder may include:

• Antibiotic medications to treat infections.
• Calcium supplementation to treat low calcium levels.
• Ear tubes or hearing aids to improve hearing.
• Occupational therapy to improve developmental and behavioral issues.
• Physical therapy to improve mobility and movement.
• Replacement of missing hormones such as parathyroid hormone, growth hormone or thyroid hormone.
• Surgery to repair a heart defect, cleft palate or nasal speech.