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What are possible symptoms of Moebius syndrome?
Individuals with Moebius syndrome may also have abnormalities of their limbs, chest muscles, and tongue.
What is Moebious Syndrome?
Moebius syndrome is a condition in which the facial nerve is underdeveloped, causing paralysis or weakness of the muscles of the face. Other nerves to the facial structures may also be underdeveloped.
How may mental retardation be said to be prevalent among Moebius syndrome patients?
It has been estimated in the past to be between 10% and 50%, but these numbers are thought to be overestimates resulting from the lack of facial expression and drooling
Can Moebius Syndrome be life threatening?
"Moebius syndrome is a rare birth defect caused by the absence or underdevelopment of the 6th and 7th cranial nerves, which control eye movements and facial expression." (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) With proper treatment, it will not be life threatening as most people live full lives with the condition. Since the condition is congenital, however, there may be breathing or choking problems as a baby, and constant care is necessary.
What can develop in severe cases of respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants?
Severe cases of respiratory distress syndrome may develop into bronchopulmonary dysplasia with the development of scar tissue in the lungs.
How many people have Barth Syndrome in the US?
People, mostly males, has barth syndrome. Barth Syndrome affected 200,000 male infants.
Can jacobsen syndrome be detected prenatally?
Yes, Jacobsen syndrome can potentially be detected prenatally through genetic testing methods such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS) or amniocentesis, which analyze the fetus’s chromosomes for abnormalities. Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) can also assess the risk of chromosomal conditions, although it may not specifically identify Jacobsen syndrome. Early ultrasounds may reveal certain physical anomalies associated with the condition, but definitive diagnosis typically requires genetic analysis.
A deficiency of lung surfactant may result in?
A deficiency of lung surfactant may result in difficulty breathing, decreased lung compliance, and an increased risk of lung collapse or atelectasis. It can also lead to respiratory distress syndrome, especially in premature infants. Treatment often involves providing artificial surfactant therapy.
What complications accompany coarctation of the aorta?
Frequently, there are other congenital cardiac complications present. Infants with Turner syndrome have a 45% rate of also having coarctation. There is evidence that some cases of coarctation may be inherited.
Pre ignition in an engine may be detected by?
Pre-ignition in an engine may be detected by engine knocking.
What is respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants?
You get bronchiolitis in infants. It is caused by the respiratory syncytial virus infection. The infant does not have fever and chest is clear. The condition responds to humidified oxygen. You get respiratory infection and then infant may come with severe respiratory distress by next day, in respiratory distress syndrome. You get horrified to see the child. The infant usually succumb to this type of infection, even in intensive care unit.
What are some of the common medical conditions that occur in premature infants?
The medical conditions that may occur are respiratory distress syndrome, necrotizing enerocolitis, intraventricular hemorrhage, apnea of prematurity, patent ductus arteriosus, retinopathy of prematurity.
