What is aarskog syndrome?

What are two genetic disorders?

2 genetic diorders are the sickle cell anemia,and the Tourette Syndrome i hope that is ok if it is not please tell me my username thing is hannahsbigfan

What percentage of cleft lip cases are associated with a genetic syndrome?

Approximately 5% of cleft conditions are associated with a genetic syndrome, including Van der Woude, Opitz, Aarskog, Fryns, Waardenburg, and Coffin-Siris.

What is Aarskog-Scott syndrome?

faciodigitogenital dysplasia, a syndrome of ocular hypertelorism, anteverted nostrils, broad upper lip, saddle-bag or shawl scrotum, protruding umbilicus, and laxity of ligaments resulting in genu recurvatum, flat feet, and hyperextensible fingers

Aarskog syndrome?

DefinitionAarskog syndrome is an inherited disease that affects a person's height, muscles, skeleton, genitals, and appearance of the face. Inherited means that it is passed down through families.Alternative NamesFacial-digital-genital syndromeCauses, incidence, and risk factorsAarskog syndrome is a genetic disorder that is linked to the X chromosome. It affects mainly males, but females may have a milder form. The condition is caused by changes (mutations) in a gene called "faciogenital dysplasia" (FGDY1).SymptomsBelly button that sticks outBulge in the groin or scrotum (inguinal hernia)Delayed sexual maturationDelayed teethDownward palpebral slant to eyesHairline with a "widow's peak"Mildly sunken chest (pectus excavatum)Mild to moderate mental problemsMild to moderate short stature (which may not be obvious until the child is 1 - 3 years old)Poorly developed midportion of the faceRounded face"Shawl" scrotum, testicles that have not come down (undescended)Short fingers and toes with mild webbingSingle crease in palm of handSmall, broad hands and feet with short fingers and curved-in fifth fingerSmall nose with nostrils tipped forwardTop portion of the ear folded over slightlyWide groove above the upper lip, crease below the lower lipWide-set eyes with droopy eyelidsSigns and testsGenetic testing for mutations in the FGDY1 geneX-raysTreatmentMoving the teeth (orthodontic treatment) may be done for some of the abnormal facial features.Support GroupsThe MAGIC Foundation for Children's Growth is a support group for Aarskog syndrome and can be found at www.magicfoundation.org.Expectations (prognosis)Some people may have mild degrees of mental slowness, but affected children usually have good social skills. Some males may have problems with fertility.ComplicationsCystic changes in the brainDifficulty growing in the first year of lifePoorly aligned teethSeizuresUndescended testicleCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if your child has delayed growth or if you notice any symptoms of Aarskog syndrome. Seek genetic counseling if you have a family history of Aarskog syndrome. Contact a genetic specialist if your doctor thinks you or your child may have Aarskog syndrome.PreventionGenetic testing may be available for persons with a family history of the condition or a known mutation of the gene.

What is syndactyly a symptom of?

Syndactyly is a characteristic of Apert syndrome, Poland syndrome, Jarcho-Levin syndrome, oral-facial-digital syndrome, Pfeiffer syndrome, and Edwards syndrome

Which syndrome is the complete opposite of Lima syndrome?

Stockholm syndrome.

What other conditions could an infant with syndactyly have?

Syndactyly is a characteristic of Apert syndrome, Poland syndrome, Jarcho-Levin syndrome, oral-facial-digital syndrome, Pfeiffer syndrome, and Edwards syndrome.

Is xxxy syndrome barr-shaver-carr syndrome?

XXXY Syndrome and Barr-Shaver-Carr Syndrome are the same.

What is the medical term meaning the result of prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol?

Cushing's Syndrome

What is a chromosomal disorder that could result from nondisjunction?

Disorders, such as Down's Syndrome, are caused by nondisjunction.

Is there such a syndrome as 9p syndrome?

yes there is.

Klinefelter syndrome is what?

what is kinefelter syndrome?