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Genetic disorders are caused by mutations in genes, which can be inherited from one or both parents. These mutations can be dominant, requiring only one copy to manifest the disorder, or recessive, requiring two copies. While some genetic disorders can arise from new mutations (de novo mutations), the majority are passed down through generations, making inheritance a key factor in their occurrence. Thus, the genetic basis of these disorders ensures that they can be transmitted within families.
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What are the differences between cancers and genetic disorders?
Cancers are tumers that start in your body and lead i to the blood stream causing disfunctions. It develops over time. Genetic disorders come from your genes. Its passed down through generations. Like maybe your mothers great grandpa has some type of disorder. That means it could be carried throught generation to generation and finally becomes a problem for you.
Can a genetic disease affect anybody?
Exceptions are always there e.g hemophilia and many bleeding disorders don't affect females.
Are cases of polydactyly always genetic?
Cases of polydactyly can be either genetic or occur sporadically. Genetic polydactyly is inherited and can be passed down in families, while sporadic polydactyly may result from random genetic mutations or other factors.
Why do people with Klinefelter's syndrome and Turner's syndrome still exist in the population despite their infertility?
People with Klinefelter's syndrome (XXY) and Turner's syndrome (XO) can still have children through assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization. Additionally, many individuals with these syndromes may not be aware of their infertility at a young age when they may still have the opportunity to have children. These genetic conditions are also not always inherited, so they can arise independently in a population.
Is bipolar disorder in one parent inherited by offspring?
Yes. Children with one bipolar parent have a 30% chance of developing bipolar disorder. Even children of bipolar parents who do not develop bipolar disorder are at increased risk (compared to children who do not have a bipolar parent) for other psychopathology such as ADHD, learning disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, etc. Children with two bipolar parents are at an even greater risk of developing bipolar disorder.
What are the differences between cancers and genetic disorders?
Cancers are tumers that start in your body and lead i to the blood stream causing disfunctions. It develops over time. Genetic disorders come from your genes. Its passed down through generations. Like maybe your mothers great grandpa has some type of disorder. That means it could be carried throught generation to generation and finally becomes a problem for you.
Is optic nerve coloboma inherited?
Optic nerve coloboma can have a genetic component, but it is not always inherited in a predictable manner. It may occur sporadically due to a developmental error during embryonic formation, or it can be associated with genetic syndromes or inherited in families. If there is a familial pattern, it may involve mutations in specific genes. Genetic counseling is recommended for those with a family history of coloboma.
Can a genetic disease affect anybody?
Exceptions are always there e.g hemophilia and many bleeding disorders don't affect females.
What can mutations do and do not do?
Mutations can introduce genetic variation within a population, which can lead to diversity, adaptation, and evolution. However, mutations do not always result in beneficial changes and can also lead to genetic disorders or diseases.
Are cases of polydactyly always genetic?
Cases of polydactyly can be either genetic or occur sporadically. Genetic polydactyly is inherited and can be passed down in families, while sporadic polydactyly may result from random genetic mutations or other factors.
Why do people with Klinefelter's syndrome and Turner's syndrome still exist in the population despite their infertility?
People with Klinefelter's syndrome (XXY) and Turner's syndrome (XO) can still have children through assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization. Additionally, many individuals with these syndromes may not be aware of their infertility at a young age when they may still have the opportunity to have children. These genetic conditions are also not always inherited, so they can arise independently in a population.
Is bipolar disorder in one parent inherited by offspring?
Yes. Children with one bipolar parent have a 30% chance of developing bipolar disorder. Even children of bipolar parents who do not develop bipolar disorder are at increased risk (compared to children who do not have a bipolar parent) for other psychopathology such as ADHD, learning disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, etc. Children with two bipolar parents are at an even greater risk of developing bipolar disorder.
Can clubfoot be pass from father to child?
Yes, there can be a genetic link to clubfoot, but it is not always directly inherited from the father. Instead, it can be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. If one parent has clubfoot, the child may be at a higher risk of developing the condition.
What are genetics markers?
Genetic markers are areas on the chromosome which are in linkage disequilibrium with a known trait, ie they are inherited along with the trait. The markers do not have to cause the condition or trait to be observed, but they will always be inherited alongside the trait and therefore cna be described as a marker for that particular trait.
What are sickle cell anemia and hemophilia?
They are both genetic blood disorders, which are inherited from the parents.Sickle cell anemia is caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for hemoglobin. If a person has inherited the mutation, their bone marrow will produce sticky, sickle-shaped red blood cells, which cause a wide array of issues.Hemophilia is another blood disorder that is inherited from the parents, but in a different and more complicated way. Hemophiliacs (people suffering from hemophilia) have a problem with blood clotting. They will always bruise easily, and when they bleed, the blood might not clot unless certain actions are taken.Both diseases affect the blood, and are life long. There are currently no effective cures for them.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of genetic testing?
Advantages of genetic testing include early detection of genetic disorders, personalized treatment plans, and informed decision-making about health risks. Disadvantages can include emotional impact of results, privacy concerns, and potential discrimination by insurers or employers based on genetic information.
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