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How common are seizures in Rett syndrome patients?
50-80% of children with the disorder will eventually have seizures
Can Rett Syndrome be detected prenatally?
If a family has a daughter that is afflicted with Rett Syndrome prenatal testing is available. Testing is also available for sisters of girls with Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome is a genetic disorder and nearly all cases are caused by a mutation in the MECP2 gene. Less than 1% of cases are passed from generation to generation.
What is an example of Pervasive Developmental Disorder?
Pervasive Developmental Disorders,or PDD, are a range of disorders in which young children display delays in skills, especially social skills. Autism falls into this category, as does Asperger's syndrome and Rett's syndrome.
What is another name for Rett syndrome?
also referred to as Rett's disorder or by the compound name of autism , dementia , ataxia , and loss of purposeful hand use.
What is the male version of Rett syndrome called?
Rett syndrome in boys is known as Rett syndrome. Male fetuses with Rett syndrome do not typically survive until birth unless they have an extra X chromosome (XXY).
Does Clint Black have a relative with rett syndrome?
Yes, his niece Courtney has rett syndrome.
When was Rett syndrome discovered?
Andreas rett
How do you get rett syndrome?
You can get it by touching snow
What effects will Rett Syndrome have on a child?
One of every 10,000 to 15,000 infant girls will develop Rett syndrome. It affects all racial and ethnic groups worldwide. Rett syndrome is rarely seen in boys.The chances of a family having a second child with Rett syndrome are less than one percent.Why Does Rett Syndrome Mostly Affect Girls and Not Boys?Girls have two X chromosomes in every cell. If they have Rett syndrome, some of the cells will use the defective gene. Other cells will use the healthy genes which will help to make up for the cells using the defective gene. However, boys only have one X chromosome in every cell. They lack the extra X chromosome that can protect their bodies from being completely overcome by the disorder. Therefore boys with the cell mutation that causes Rett syndrome often die before or shortly after birth
Can you die from Rett syndrome?
The life expectancy for girls with Rett Syndrome is about 44 to 48 years old. The syndrome causes physical and mental developmental problems.
What is the chance of passing Rett syndrome on to a child?
According to the Rett syndrome association (a UK charity), Rett syndrome is caused by a random genetic mutation and is not hereditary. As such it cannot be passed onto your child.Please see the related link.It is highly unlikely but is possible to have Rett syndrome and due to X inactivation not show any symptoms. Therefore, you could pass on the same mutation/deletion to your daughter who may show symptoms even though you do not. Again, highly unlikely.
Who are some famous people with Rett syndrome?
As of 2014, there are no reported famous people who suffer with Rett syndrome. This condition affects the central nervous system.
