What is Klippel-Feil syndrome?
Klippel Feil Syndrome is characterized as a short, webbed neck; restricted motion in the neck region (cervical spine); and a low hairline (back of head). Type I is a massive fusion of the cervical spine, type 2 is the fusion of 1 or 2 vertebrae, and type 3 includes thoracic/lumbar spine deformities.
How do members experience Klippel-Feil syndrome?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Klippel-Feil syndrome*
Who has Klippel-Feil syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 3 | |
| 20s | 9 | |
| 30s | 17 | |
| 40s | 20 | |
| 50s | 17 | |
| 60s | 17 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 15 | |
| Female | 74 |