Symptoms your physician may observe Outward signs of Marfan's syndrome, such as skeletal changes or vision blurred by displaced lenses, are less common than internal signs such as a faulty heart valve or a weakened aorta. Blood leaking backward through a valve defect, for example, may cause a heart murmur, audible through a stethoscope. Treatment options Early treatment can help head off at least some of the harmful effects of the disorder. Physical therapy, a supportive brace, or surgery can be used to correct spinal deformation. Orthodontics can widen the jaw and allow more room for crowded teeth .
Glasses can improve weakened vision.
But the most important forms of treatment are intended to minimize the risks of heart and aorta damage. Individuals with the disorder are advised to avoid strenuous exercise and heavy exertion, which raise the blood pressure. They may also be given medicines that reduce blood pressure. In severe cases surgery may be needed to repair or replace a faulty heart valve. When the aorta is greatly enlarged, a synthetic tube may be surgically inserted to replace the damaged section.