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Does Cystic Hygroma Have A Permanent Cure?
Hello Doctor, My name is Gokul. My sister's daughter has got cystic hygroma by birth. She is 9 years old now. She got CH around cheeks and under the tongue. She was treated with injection 3 times and surgery once. But there is no cure so far. Could you please suggest the best treatment for CH and where is it available? Is there a permanent cure for this? Waiting for your answer, Gokul.
Wed, 29 Oct 2014
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Cystic hygroma if it is microcystic - difficult to cure, if it is macrocystic - will respond well to treatment. The best treatment for you is injection sclerotherapy with drug called picibanil (OK432). It is not FDA approved, it is available only in japan.
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