0
What else can I help you with?
What causes Patau syndrome and how does it differ from Down syndrome?
Patau syndrome is a very rare syndrome caused by a problem in the chromosomes, the structures in the body's cells that contain DNA. The specific chromosomal problem in Patau syndrome is that the cells have three copies of chromosome 13, as opposed to the usual two copies in most people. Because there are three copies of chromosome 13, the condition is also called trisomy 13. The cause of Patau syndrome is similar to Down syndrome. Like Patau syndrome, Down syndrome is caused by having an extra copy of a certain chromosome. Individuals with Down syndrome usually have an extra copy of chromosome 21. Thus, Down syndrome is commonly called trisomy 21. Perhaps not surprisingly, the cause of the trisomy in both Patau and Down syndromes is similar. A phenomenon called nondisjunction is responsible for most cases of trisomy 13 and 21. Nondisjunction is an error that can occur during cell division (specifically the cell division process called meiosis). Rather than splitting evenly, cells that have undergone nondisjunction typically split unevently into two cells; one cell receives one extra copy of a chromosome, while the other is deficient in the chromosome. A major risk factor for nondisjunction is advanced maternal age. The chance of nondisjunction increases significantly once mothers are 35 years old and greater. As you'd expect, the risk of Patau and Down syndromes increases considerably with advanced maternal age. To view photos of children Living with Trisomy 13 - Patau Syndrome http://www.livingwithtrisomy13.org
What often happens to a fetus with Patau Syndrome?
In many cases, spontaneous abortion (miscarriage ) occurs and the fetus does not survive to term. In other cases, the affected individual is stillborn.
Which special therapies could help the children with less severe cases of Patau Syndrome?
Physical therapy, speech therapy, and other types of developmental therapy will help the child reach his or her potential.
How is Patau Syndrome treated?
NO, there is not a cure for Patau Syndrome. However, in some cases of Patau Syndrome - Trisomy 13, you can use medical intervention to treat the specific medical abnormalities that come with this genetic proflie. I have a child who is living with Patau Syndrome and now 8 yrs old. There is not a cure, but there are children who are living (80 + survivor stories) and doing rather well. You will also read many Treasured Memory stories where the families tell of the precious and brief time in some cases these families had with their children. Each child, although they have the extra 13th chromosome, present the anomalies in a unique manner. The babies and children should be treated on a case by case basis. If you want to know more about Patau Syndrome and the families who know this journey. Go to Living with Trisomy 13 http://www.livingwithtrisomy13.org You will find a wealth of family stories, family support resources Blessings, ThereseAnn, mom to Natalia full trisomy 13.
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.
What other conditions predispose to carpal tunnel syndrome?
Pregnancy, obesity, arthritis, certain thyroid conditions, diabetes, and certain pituitary abnormalities all predispose to carpal tunnel syndrome.
What is an example of a disorder associated with an error in the number of chromosomes present?
Down syndrome (trisomy 21) is a disorder associated with an error in the number of chromosomes present. Other examples of disorders associated with an error in the number of chromosomes are Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome), Trisomy 13 (Patau Syndrome), Triple X syndrome, and Klinefelter Syndrome.
Storms or other climatic conditions that might exist on Pluto?
no
Is aspergers syndrome and asburgers syndrome the same thing?
Close, asburgeres sounds similar to aspergers. Asburgeres specifically does not exist but aspergers does. Other names for aspergers is asperger(s) syndrome and autistic psychopathy which is the original name for aspergers.
What conditions increase the risk for carpal tunnel syndrome?
Other conditions which increase the risk for carpal tunnel syndrome include some forms of arthritis and various injuries to the arm and wrist (including fractures, sprains, and dislocations ).
What diseases are found in chromosomes?
* Down Syndrome -- an extra 21st chromosome* Angelman Syndrome -- an absence of chromosome #15 in the brain* Fragile X Syndrome -- a deficiency in one of the x chromosomes* Rett Syndrome -- deletion of an entire x chromosome (mainly strikes females)* Patau Syndrome -- tripling of chromosome #13 (infants appear mutilated)
Beyond one month of age what are the behavioral and other symptoms seen in infants with Patau Syndrome?
Feeding difficulties; constipation; reflux disease; slow growth rates; scoliosis; irritability; sunlight sensitivity; low muscle tone; high blood pressure; sinus, urinary tract, ear and eye infections.
