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Does klinefelter syndrome or fragile X syndrome occur more often?
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What do children with Edwards' syndrome look like?
Most children born with Edwards' syndrome appear weak and fragile, and they are often underweight
Is there a certain age for fragile x syndrome to occur?
Fragile X is a genetic abnormality which is inherited and individuals therefore have the condition from birth, although, depending on the severity of the symptoms it is often undetected until early childhood. The average age of diagnosis is 8 years old. If however, parents are known to be carriers of Fragile X, the child may be given a blood test early on which is used to diagnose fragile x.
Why are males more likely to have fragile X syndrome?
males have only one copy of the X chromosome. Males who inherit the full mutation are expected to have mental impairment. A female's normal X chromosome may compensate for her chromosome with the fragile X gene mutation
Does marfan syndrome occur more often in a certain ethnic group?
No. Marfan syndrome is found equally across all ethnicities and genders.
What is the future look out for people with klinefelters syndrome?
Most of the Klinefelter Syndrome affected persons can lead a life which could be considered as normal. However, they might have certain problems related to sexual organs, (among others), and some, - but not all -, could be infertile. The reason for this is their extra chromosome. Females have XX chromosomes, Males have XY chromosomes, and Klinefelter syndrome affected males have XXY chromosomes. They often are prescribed testosterone therapy. More info could be found on related links.
What medical conditions are children with fragile X syndrome more likely to develop?
often have frequent ear and sinus infections. Nearsightedness and lazy eye are also common. Many babies with fragile X syndrome may have trouble with sucking and some experience digestive disorders that cause frequent gagging and vomiting
When does Down syndrome most often occur?
Down's syndrome is increased with advanced maternal age, which is defined as more than 35 years of age.
How often does Patau Syndrome occur in the United States?
Patau syndrome occurs in approximately one in 8,000-12,000 live births in the United States.
Is klinefelter syndrome sex-linked?
Males with Klinefelters, often have lower testosterone & additional breast tissue, weaker muscle tone. Sexual function is usually normal but Low sperm count is also common.
How often does Frey's syndrome occur after a parotidectomy?
Frey's syndrome may be experienced by up to 90% of patients to some extent and causes perspiration on that side of the face with eating
What are some statistics related to down syndrome?
Some of the conditions that occur more often among children with Down syndrome include: heart defects, vision problems and hearing loss.
Name 2 chromosomal diseases that are not inherited?
two chromosomall diseases that aren't inherited are Downs Syndrome, which is an extra chromosome on the number 21, it occurs in 1 in 650 births, often in women over 35, and Klinefelter's Syndrome, which is the presence of an extra x cromosome, ie XXY, it is a result of nondisjunction during gamete formation.
