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A leading cause of deaf-blindness, Usher syndrome is an inherited condition that results in hearing loss and a progressive loss of vision from Retinitis pigmentosa (also called RP). The hearing loss is thought to be congenital, and ranges from moderate to profound. The RP can occur without hearing loss. The condition is named after a British ophthalmologist, Charles Usher, who, in 1914, described several cases in which the link between congenital deafness and RP was stressed.
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Vision There are no proven treatments for the vision loss component of Usher syndrome. However, there are a number of potential interventions that hold the promise of slowing the vision loss. Ask your |
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A diagnosis of Usher Syndrome is a traumatic event for a family. There often appears to be no hope for the loved one suffering from the disorder. But while it is true that there is currently no cure for Usher Syndrome and few widely accepte |
