Yes - that does look like micrognathia (abnormally small lower jaw). You can see similar presentation in a diagnosed case here. You cannot diagnose or rule out Sticklers simply by assessing for a cleft palate. That is just not done; particularly given the family history so I do think we are not being told the whole story hereView attachment 2027206
Sticklers suggests a small jaw. This IS a tiny jaw. It’s no wonder they didn’t manage breastfeeding.
The only reason Charl clings onto him not having sticklers is because he doesn’t have a cleft palette. He hasn’t had genetic testing and so they can’t say he doesn’t. He has limb spacicity (sp?) and with that if she doesn’t her help he can have irreparable joint problems, meaning he’ll be in major pain, that isn’t treatable from young childhood. If she gets help now it can save him from a lifetime of pain. The fact that she won’t is the most disgusting thing I’ve ever witnessed…and I’ve watched Mrs Meldrum’s downfall.
I think the issue is that we don’t know what condition Stan may or may not have. However what we can say is that there are certain characteristics that are of concern and you would expect to be under reviews/being actively treated. This is clearly a very difficult situation for Charlotte to address publicly (and not something she wants to share as it doesn’t fit with her narrative rather than due to any concern for Stan’s privacy) but I would hope that Stan’s issues are actually being addressed. He is in school now so there should be some more third party intervention now. Whilst this maybe a difficult issue for Charlotte, her feelings/reactions cannot be the driver here regarding what help and assistance Stan gets
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