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Met a family in a hospital waiting room with a family member with this disorder. I know very little:[ 1] Marfan syndrome is more commonly noted among a small subgroup of a certain type of exceptionally tall individuals.[2] It can "run in the family" so if it's in your family AND you are also exceptionally tall then you probably want to get yourself checked over by a special doctor that has had extra training about how to screen for Marfan syndrome as well as having had special training which focused on the latest research & additional knowledge about the specific way Marfan's syndrone affects people's body functions if they have it; [3] it is prudent to ask your own family doctor about Marfans syndrome first additionally then asking them about their own personal experience treating or diagnosing patients with this specific syndrome. (Some doctors may not be familiar with Marfans or only vaguely aware of what it is but unable to really provide specialized evaluation or treatment for it.) Best wishes.
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∙ 13y agoNo, there is no cure for Marfan syndrome. It's a genetic disorder where the mutation occurs so early in pregnancy the mother doesn't even know she's pregnant yet, and the mutation is found in every cell in the body. So, no gene therapy that we have at this point will work. There are treatments and surgeries to improve the quality and longevity of life.
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How much for treatments for Marfan Syndrome cost?
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WHAT race does Marfan syndrome affect?
it affects all races and all ages -- While just about every human can be either a carrier or posses Marfan Syndrome itself, animals can be effected as well.
Can Marfan Syndrome be detected before birth?
There are no tests that can be done or can be diagnosed before birth.
What are three autosomal dominant conditions?
Marfan's Syndrome Hereditary spherocytosis Neurofibromatosis There are several others, but those are 3 good examples.
A dominant trait of marfan syndrome?
35 different signs are seen in Marfan syndrome. Most are visible signs associated with the skeletal system. Many grow to above-average height with having long, slender limbs with long fingers and toes. The most deaths involve the cardiovascular system. This gene is dominant. If one parent has it, there is a 50/50 chance that an offspring will have it. Abraham Lincoln was once thought to have had this, but no longer.
Is there any research being done on Marfan Syndrome?
Yes. But no cure.
Does Marfan syndrome have a treatment?
While there is no cure for Marfan Syndrome (because it is a genetic disorder), there are ranges of treatment options can decrease (and even sometimes prevent) complications.
Are there any treatments for marfan syndrome?
While there is no cure for Marfan Syndrome (because it is a genetic disorder), there are ranges of treatment options can decrease (and even sometimes prevent) complications.
What are the chances of getting marfan syndrome?
Marfan syndrome is found in 1 in every 5,000 - 10,000 births. If one of your parents has Marfan syndrome, you have a 50% chance of having Marfan syndrome.
Is marfan syndrome automsomal dominant?
Yes, Marfan syndrome is autosomal dominant.
What does Marfan syndrome mean?
Marfan Syndrome is a medical problem with the Conective Tissue.
Is Marfan syndrome contagious?
Marfan's syndrome is not contagious. A person can only get it by inheriting it from a parent.
Is Down Syndrome the same as Marfan Syndrome?
No. Down is caused by an extra chromosome while Marfan is due to a mutation in one or more genes.
The inheritance of Marfan syndrome is an example of?
The "autosomal dominant" method of inheritance. if your question as Marfan syndrome is the result of inheriting a single allele. Individuals with Marfan syndrome are tall and long-limbed, and have both cardiovascular and eye defects. The inheritance of Marfan syndrome is an example of ______. then the answer is pleiotropy
What can be some symptoms for Marfan's syndrome?
flat feet an sinked chest are some symptomes of marfan syndrome
What effects can marfan syndrome have on a persons life?
They cant exercise as vigorously as someone without Marfan syndrome
Can animals have marfan syndrome?
Marfan syndrome is not naturally found in animals. However, researchers have created mice with Marfan syndrome in laboratories for the purpose of testing medications on them before conducting human trials.
