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This is an overview of the genetic disorder known as Rett Syndrome, complicating the neurological development in children.

What to expect when your child is born with the rare genetic defect known as AASE syndrome.

Offering an overview of the cause, origin, symptoms and management of adrenoleukodystrophy, a genetic disorder.

What is OCD and how will you know if it affects you? This article is a brief overview of what this mental disorder is, and what the other co-morbid mental disorders are.

For expecting couples who are considering prenatal genetic counseling, this is an overview of the risks associated with Cockayne syndrome.

Sanfilippo syndrome is a rare condition that causes mental retardation over a period of time as well as behavioral problems and slight birth defects as well.

As a genetic disorder, some children may experience amelia in result to trauma or infection but most experience the complication in response to a genetic complication.

As a rare genetic disorder, Pompe disease is often confused for a disease associated with muscular dystrophy

Offering an overview of the genetic disorder known as Canavan disease and the impact on children as they grow

This disease can be devastating, as some affected individuals become so disabled they cannot even feed themselves.

When you hear the acronym "XP", you probably think about the Windows platform, but it also stands for xeroderma pigmentosum, which is a genetic disorder found in only one in every one million people in the world.

Offering an overview of the genetic defect known as Machado-Joseph disease and the impact on the CNS beginning in childhood or adolescence.

When diagnosed with the genetic neurological complication known as Louis-Bar syndrome, it is important to manage the symptoms involving degenerative changes in mobility and function.

Rett's Syndrome is a genetic disorder that occurs on the X chromosome that most often occurs in females.

Offering an overview of Edwards' syndrome, a genetic disorder at chromosome 18

Purebred dogs are not only a monetary investment, but an emotional investment. If your in the market for a purebred dog or own a purebred dog you need to be aware of these common diseases.

Read further about the rare birth defect that most parents initially believe to be "lazy eye," but that in fact is a genetic abnormality which occurs in the earliest stages of embryotic development.

Phenylketonuria or PKU is a genetic disorder in which a newborn's body is unable to process the amino acid phenylalanine and it builds up in the blood.Here are some good online resources for finding out more about PKU:

Imagine having a hunger so great that you could literally eat yourself to death. Such is the plight of those suffering from Prader-Willi Syndrome. Read about this complex genetic disorder and the toll it takes on those who live with it every day.

As a genetic disorder affecting the live birth of female infants, Aicardi syndrome can lead to significant health complications and early death.

Childhood disintegrative disorder is a devastating disorder that is similar to autism and is part of the autism spectrum disorders. There is no cure and no treatment.

An overview of Basal cell nevus syndrome, also known as Gorlin's syndrome, and the effect on genetic disorders leading to musculoskeletal complications and skin disorders.

For individuals who suffer from the genetic disorder known as primary ciliary dyskinesia, there are many complications including the risk for recurrent lung infections.

When in cancer remission, be certain you are familiar with the long term neurological complications that may develop from metastases.

People who suffer from ACHOO syndrome commonly will sneeze excessively, approximately 30 to 40 times, when they look into a bright light.

A Layman's Overview of a Common Neurological Disorder

It could be used, in the near future, to prevent up to 20% of birth defects in humans caused by genetic disorders.

Aarskog syndrome is often passed from parent to child without any knowledge the parent was a carrier of the genetic defect. For this reason, prenatal and family planning discussions are important.

Gerstmann's Syndrome is neurological brain disorder, affecting the parietal lobe, result of a stroke & damage to a part of the brain. Rarely diagnosed in children and no permanent cure.

Creating a family tree is an important component of genetic counseling.

My daughter Noel was born with a rare neuro-genetic disorder called Angelman Syndrome. The most common question I am asked is “What is Angelman Syndrome?” This article is an attempt to give others a general overview of the disorder.

With new recommendations in genetic screening, many states are now providing care to children that may have never been diagnosed with a genetic disorder.

Often affecting the Jewish population of Eastern European decent, Gaucher Disease can lead to life long health complications

This is an overview of the symptoms and prenatal testing applicable to Adams-Oliver syndrome.

For individuals who experience complications with blood disorders, the risk may be associated with May-Hegglin anomaly, a rare genetic defect.

For children who live with Angelman's syndrome, it is important to manage the seizure disorder early so as to prevent long term health complications.

This is an overview of the rare disorder involving decreased lower extremity reflexes and hyperdilation of the pupils, known as Adie Syndrome.

Broccoli has many health benefits. Researchers are on the cusp of developing yet another health benefit from broccoli. Naturally occurring substances found in broccoli may be used to treat a genetic skin disorder.

Fatal Familial Insomnia is a very rare disease of the brain. It is a disease where you can't sleep... for life! That would be crazy huh?

Are you a good candidate for genetic testing?

This is an overview of the underlying genetic disorder, Arnold-Chiari malformation, and its connection to spina bifida

An overview of the Bloom syndrome often affecting those of eastern European descent.

For children born with neurofibromatosis, early diagnosis and treatment is important to overall health.

Nonsense mutation specifically linked to inherited diseases, when DNA sequence prematurely signals the cell to stop building a protein. PTC124 translate genetic code into a protein, ignoring the mutation. Drug prevent early childhood deaths.

Parents who have an autistic child will be encouraged when they hear that researchers are working on new treatents for these children.

This paper analyzes the effects of fetal testing on both the fetus and the mother as well as the common misconception society has for the lives of the disabled. Several factors are examined that influence the mother's decision to abort.

Many people think obesity is caused by genetic factors. But is this true? Or are genetics just one factor among many?

An amniocentesis is performed between weeks 14 and 18 of pregnancy and tests for genetic disorders.

A new genetic marker for Autism Spectrum Disorder is one more step on the road to understanding this condition.

According to researchers from Leiden University Medical Centre in the Netherlands, patients who suffer from an extremely severe form of migraine, one in which one side of the body becomes very weak, might benefit from undergoing genetic testing.

For many newborns, the complications of inborn metabolic disorders are often misdiagnosed

Is your German shepherd suffering from one of these three common joint-and-bone disorders?

As a genetic disorder affecting many, Klinefelter syndrome is believed to be more common than most realize.

What is ADHD and what can you do about it?

Doctors order so many tests for pregnant women that she can feel like a lab subject under glass. Here are the ones you can decline.

Dentures are a poor replacement for natural teeth. Complete dentures never feel like the teeth they replace. For the dentist who offers this treatment option there must be compassion and sensitivity. For the patient there must be understanding.

Overgrowth Syndrome is a blanket term covering numerous genetic birth defects, some of which are fatal, many of which lead to cancer.

Spina Bifida is a birth defect affecting approximately 3,000 pregancies in America each year. Here are some online resources for those interested in finding out more about this disability and connecting with professionals...

Some of the most common words moving around in the psychiatric circle are attention Deficit; hyperactivity; Ritalin; ADD, ADHD. These words are being most commonly being discussed by most educators, physicians, psychologists and young parents in the society today.

Pompe disease is a rare hereditary genetic deficiency in an enzyme acid, needed to break glycogen, a stored sugar used for energy. The disease develops in various age groups & symptoms. In 2006, FDA approved Myozyme treatment, under orphan drug act.

Advances to prevent defects in our young are being employed that will help ensure future survival. The use of human knowledge for survival of our fittest is a nature-driven response to the lack of instinctual behavior seen in other forms of life.

Hypertrichosis is a very sad and misunderstood disorder of excessive, unwanted body hair. Unfortunately, some of the individuals with severe hypertrichosis have been displayed in carnival sideshows with names like "dog-boy" or the "bearded lady."

Article tells about the blood disorder known as hemochromatosis, or an excess of iron in the body.

This is an overview of Arnold-Chiari malformation, a genetic disorder leading to neurological and cognitive impairment.

Children with ADHD often suffer from a disconnect in the sensory integration; the process by which our senses transmit messages to our brain and then attribute to our physical responses.

This essay describes the history of epilepsy and the various treatments used through out it's history. The essay also discusses the biology behind Epilepsy as well as triggers for an attack.

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Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is commonly known to Americans as "Lorenzo's Oil Disease", named after an 1993 Oscar nominated film starring Susan Sarandon and Nick Nolte. It is based on a family's experience with the disease.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), is also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS is a neurological disorder that attacks the neurons responsible for voluntary muscle movements. There is currently no cure for ALS.

Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease is a neurological disorder named after the three physicians that discovered it in 1886 - Jean-Martin Charcot, Pierre Marie, and Howard Henry Tooth.

Many health charities, including the March of Dimes, waste donor contributions on cruel experiments on animals.

The second trimester of pregnancy is often the easiest and most exciting trimester of pregnancy

This article examines the case of Virginia Woolf, a famous author whose bipolar illness actually help to make her one of the greatest female writers of her time.

For children born with Acrocallosal syndrome, there are many orthopedic, cardiovascular and neurological complications to be expected.

Most commonly, this is a result of a brain injury to the right cerebral region, which causes visual neglect to the left-hand side of the body.

Ninety-five percent of NTDs happen in women that have absolutely no history of these problems.

RLS is actually restless leg syndrome, and many parents suffer from this problem. But did you know that children also suffer from this problem?

Wilson's Disease is an inherited (autosomal recessive), genetic disorder in which copper builds up in the liver and is released into other parts of the body, eventually causing damage to the liver and brain.

A walk-through of the basic causes, symptoms, and treatments of four of the most serious neurological disorders known today.

Epilepsy is a terrifying illness that can lead to serious symptoms and long-term illness.

We can rule out the genetic disorder that causes nonstop, torturous hunger, because of one obvious physical trait that Connor McCreaddie has.

Coloboma gives the person affected the appearance of having 'cat eyes.' It is a rare birth defect that may indicate other underlying more serious problems.

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia is a birth defect that occurs in 1 out of every 2500 births. When my daughter's baby was diagnosed, we researched for all the latest information available.

Anencephaly is a very severe, congenital birth defect where the brain and skull do not form properly. This article provides a general overview of this condition.

As a rare genetic disorder, victims of Batten disease suffer a shorten life span. This is an overview of the childhood disorder.

Offering an overview of the rare birth defect known as Aniridia.

Our dog was diagnosed with Canine Drop Jaw, a rare neurological disorder in animals. One veterinarian thought it was a canine stroke.

If you suffer from rigidity of muscles, you may be experiencing a complication with a disorder known as Stiff Person Syndrome, SPS

The effects of Holt-Oram vary from mild to severe and can vary from person to person. Although the disorder can be quite severe and there is no cure, the effects of the disorder can be treated thanks to medical advances.

Ever notice that medical miracles only apply to cancer, emerging from comas, and recovery from heart attacks? What about all those other diseases that are always 100 percent fatal?

Although the incidence of spina bifida has decreased in the last decade, many children are still born with this life threatening condition. The following is an overview of the prenatal implications.

When born with an anorectal complication, newborns will require intensive treatment during the first few months of life.

If your child appears clumsy, the complication may be indicative of a neurological disorder often first diagnosed in grade school.

As the leading cause of cardiac birth defect Noonan Syndrome is a condition for which many parents are unprepared. This is an overview of the Noonan Syndrome.

Aarskog syndrome is very rare and it is a genetic disorder. Aarskog syndrome is recognized by the growth of a child being stunted.

1 in 33 babies born in the United States is born with a birth defect. There is a wealth of information available online regarding research, prevention, statistics and treatment of birth defects. Here are some of the best sites...

In late October 2006 Kaylee Ott was diagnosed with Hyperinsulinism, which is a genetic disorder, which causes the pancreas to produce too much Insulin, which can lead to low blood glucose levels, which causes seizures, brain damage and sometimes death.

I have written a previous article about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, or CDH, and what we learned about this birth defect during my daughter's pregnancy. This is the second half of the story, what happened during and after our granddaughter's delivery.