Tips for Finding a Doctor or Dentist

When you have a rare disorder like ectodermal dysplasia, it’s not easy to find a doctor or dentist who has a lot of experience in treating the condition. Some may go their whole career and never see a patient with ectodermal dysplasia. The process can be frustrating and time-consuming for you. Consider working with a…

If You Suspect Ectodermal Dysplasia

  We know that you may have found the National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) after searching for your own or a loved one’s symptoms. If you suspect you or your loved one is affected by ectodermal dysplasia, the next step is to find a doctor who can formally diagnose you. Find a Doctor Contact…

Genetic Counseling Helps Make Sense of Ectodermal Dysplasia

If you or your loved one recently received an ectodermal dysplasia diagnosis, you may have more questions than answers at first. How did this happen? Can our future children have it?  Should I have other family members tested? All of your questions are valid ones and normal to have following a diagnosis. The specialist best…