If you think you may have Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome, read through What is SMA Syndrome?

A doctor will be able to provide you with a diagnosis and next steps for managing your condition.

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The National Organization for Rare Disorders has an overview of SMA Syndrome.

If you’re newly diagnosed, congratulations! This diagnosis might be scary, and it might seem unfair. But the fact that you now know what’s been causing your pain is a good thing.

Read our guide for the newly diagnosed to learn more about how to navigate your new reality. This guide will help you learn about SMA Syndrome, reset your expectations, think about how you want to share your diagnosis with the world, learn your employment rights and benefits, request your medical records, find a medical specialist, track your symptoms, collect delicious puréed food recipes, and ensure you’re getting all the nutrients you need through vitamins and minerals.

In addition, you can take our SMASH poll to improve research and request a free SMASH Care Package.

We also provide free resources including a checklist for the newly diagnosed, a puréed food shopping list (through Amazon), and a diagnostic worksheet. More resources are coming soon!

We’ve compiled research papers about SMA Syndrome, detailing medical breakthroughs and case studies from around the world.

SMA Syndrome is rare, but it has appeared in some recent headlines. We’ve compiled these news articles, which detail the struggles and triumphs of others who have been diagnosed with SMA Syndrome.