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Is Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome genetic?
WAS is inherited as an X-linked genetic disorder and will therefore only affect males.
What demographic group can get Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome?
WAS is inherited as an X-linked genetic disorder and will therefore only affect males.
Does Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome affect women?
Yes, although it is rare in women. 90% of cases are found in males. Its an X-linked recessive disorder. Which means we can also be carriers of WAS.
What causes Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome and what are its symptoms and cure?
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome (WAS) is an inherited disorder of the immune system that affects males but not females. It is characterized by recurrent infections, low numbers of circulating blood platelet cells (thrombocytes) and eczema (skin rash). The disorder is caused by a mutation (mistake) in the WASP (Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome protein) gene. There is no cure for WAS. You can read more about it at the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital's website.
What is the prognosis for Wiskott-Adrich syndrome?
The prognosis for males diagnosed with Wiskott-Adrich syndrome is poor.
What are three sex-linked diseases?
Three examples of a sex-linked disease are; Hemophilia, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, and androgen insensitivity syndrome. HIV, gonorrhea, and syphilis are examples of sexually transmitted diseases, which is something totally different.
Does Jacobs syndrome affect males or females?
Jacobs syndrome, also known as XYY syndrome, affects males. It is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra Y chromosome in males.
Does klinefelters syndrome affect women?
Klinefelter syndrome primarily affects males, as it is caused by the presence of an extra X chromosome in males (typically resulting in a 47,XXY karyotype). Women do not have this chromosomal configuration, so Klinefelter syndrome does not directly affect them. However, women may experience related genetic conditions or variations, but these are not classified as Klinefelter syndrome.
What is the percentage of males consumption of alcohol affect the fetus later in life?
The consumption of alcohol by males has not been shown to be a factor in fetal alcohol syndrome.
Is Angelman Syndrome more common in males or females?
From what I found, they are both equally common.
Who does Reiter's syndrome primarily affect?
Reiter's syndrome (RS) primarily affects sexually active males between ages 20-40, particularly males who are HIV positive. Most women and children who develop RS acquire the disease in its intestinal form.
Why does prune belly syndrome affect mostly males?
Prune belly syndrome is more common in males because the condition is thought to be linked to abnormalities in the development of male reproductive organs during fetal development. Specifically, the lack of abdominal wall muscles in prune belly syndrome is thought to be associated with developmental issues in male genitalia.
