pneumonia <\/a>to malnutrition, to seizure. This can be upsetting news for parents, but it\u2019s important to remember that life expectancy is based on averages. That means that if children should die when very young, it will skew the average. That is to say that some people with Rett Syndrome can live longer lives. Most of these causes of death can be managed and prevented.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThat said, in some cases deaths will occur abruptly and without an identifiable cause. It is thought that in these instances, the death may be due to cardiac arrest, spontaneous brainstem dysfunction, or even gastric perforation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The main objective should be to ensure that the child has the happiest life possible, as well as the support and therapy they need in order to retain as many key skills as possible. With the right management of symptoms, care and attention, they can still live full and happy lives.
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