Alstrom Syndrome

Alternative names:

Alstroem's; Alstrom-Hallgren syndrome; retino-otodiabetic syndrome

Treatment:

There is no treatment for this syndrome.

Expectations (prognosis):

Permanent blindness is likely to develop.

Complications:

Complications related to diabetes mellitus can occur.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you suspect symptoms of diabetes mellitus such as increased thirst and urination. Call as soon as you suspect that your infant or child cannot see or hear normally.