Conditions we treat

Want to know more about the conditions we treat at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)? Just search below:

Intracranial dermoid cysts

A dermoid cyst is a sac-like growth that is present at birth, containing structures such as hair, fluid, teeth or skin glands. This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains the causes, symptoms and treatment of intracranial (inside the skull

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Intussusception

Intussusception is a condition where the bowel ‘telescopes’ in on itself. This causes the bowel walls to press on one another, blocking the bowel. This can lead to reduced blood flow to that part of the bowel. It is a bit like a getting a sock turned insi

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Iron deficiency anaemia

This information from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) is about iron deficiency anaemia – a special type of anaemia caused by a lack of the mineral iron in the body.

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Joubert's syndrome

Joubert’s syndrome is a rare disorder affecting the brain, causing varying degrees of physical, mental and sometimes visual impairments.

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Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa (JEB)

This page from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) explains about junctional epidermolysis bullosa intermediate type and how it can be managed. It also contains suggestions for making everyday life more comfortable.

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