Nail-Patella Syndrome: Associated Health Issues & Complications

In addition to the characteristic nail and knee problems, people with nail-patella syndrome may also have:

- Elbow problems, such as dislocation or restricted movement

- Hip problems, such as dislocation or restricted movement

- Eye problems, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)

- Hearing problems, such as sensorineural hearing loss (damage to the inner ear)

- Kidney problems, such as kidney stones or kidney failure

- Gastrointestinal problems, such as gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)

- Dental problems, such as missing or malformed teeth

- Learning disabilities, such as intellectual disability or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

- Behavioral problems, such as anxiety or depression