Questions stringlengths 14 191 | Answers stringlengths 6 29k ⌀ |
|---|---|
What are the treatments for Lichen planus pigmentosus ? | How might lichen planus pigmentosus be treated? Treatment for lichen planus pigmentosus is generally symptomatic and may include: Topical (applied to the skin) corticosteroids Topical calcineurin inhibitors (medications that are typically used to treat eczema) Skin lightening agents Laser therapy |
What are the symptoms of Mac Dermot Winter syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Mac Dermot Winter syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Mac Dermot Winter syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus... |
What are the symptoms of Spastic paraplegia 15 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Spastic paraplegia 15? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Spastic paraplegia 15. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical D... |
What are the symptoms of COASY Protein-Associated Neurodegeneration ? | What are the signs and symptoms of COASY Protein-Associated Neurodegeneration ? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for COASY Protein-Associated Neurodegeneration . If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this cond... |
What are the symptoms of Deafness conductive ptosis skeletal anomalies ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Deafness conductive ptosis skeletal anomalies? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Deafness conductive ptosis skeletal anomalies. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this ... |
What are the symptoms of Imperforate oropharynx-costo vetebral anomalies ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Imperforate oropharynx-costo vetebral anomalies? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Imperforate oropharynx-costo vetebral anomalies. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with t... |
What are the symptoms of Symmetrical thalamic calcifications ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Symmetrical thalamic calcifications? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Symmetrical thalamic calcifications. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can u... |
What is (are) 22q13.3 deletion syndrome ? | 22q13.3 deletion syndrome, also known as Phelan-McDermid syndrome, is a chromosome abnormality caused by the loss (deletion) of a small piece of chromosome 22. The deletion occurs near the end of the long arm (or q arm) at a location designated as q13.3. The signs and symptoms of this condition vary widely from person ... |
What are the symptoms of 22q13.3 deletion syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of 22q13.3 deletion syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for 22q13.3 deletion syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus M... |
What are the symptoms of Mesomelia-synostoses syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Mesomelia-synostoses syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Mesomelia-synostoses syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the Medli... |
What are the symptoms of Exstrophy of the bladder ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Exstrophy of the bladder? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Exstrophy of the bladder. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Med... |
What is (are) EEC syndrome ? | EEC syndrome (Ectrodactyly-Ectodermal Dysplasia-Cleft Lip/Palate) is a rare form of ectodermal dysplasia. The symptoms can vary from mild to severe and most commonly include missing or irregular fingers and/or toes (ectrodactyly or split hand/foot malformation); abnormalities of the hair and glands; cleft lip and/or pa... |
What are the symptoms of EEC syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of EEC syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for EEC syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Dictionary to look ... |
What causes EEC syndrome ? | What causes EEC syndrome? Approximately 90% of individuals with EEC syndrome have a causative mutation identified in the TP63 gene. The TP63 gene codes for the p63 protein, which plays a critical role in early development of the ectoderm-the layers of tissue that develop into the skin, hair, teeth, and nails. The p63 p... |
Is EEC syndrome inherited ? | How is EEC syndrome inherited? EEC syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.This means that having a change (mutation) in only one copy of the responsible gene in each cell is enough to cause features of the condition. In some cases, an affected person inherits the mutated gene from an affected parent. In ... |
How to diagnose EEC syndrome ? | Is genetic testing available for EEC syndrome? It is estimated that greater than 90% of cases of EEC syndrome are caused by mutations in the TP63 gene. The remainder are suspected to be caused by different mutations in a region on chromosome 7. Genetic testing is available to detect both mutations in the TP63 gene and ... |
What is (are) Left ventricular noncompaction ? | Left ventricular noncompaction (LVNC) is a rare heart condition. In LVNC the inside wall of the heart is spongy or grooved, instead of smooth. Signs and symptoms of LVNC vary, but may cause life-threatening abnormal heart rhythms and weakness of the heart muscle. Treatments, such as blood thinning medication and defibr... |
What is (are) Buschke Lowenstein tumor ? | Buschke Lowenstein tumor is a tumor that most commonly occurs near the penis or anus. This tumor often looks like a large genital wart; it tends to grow slowly, but can sometimes grow very large and spread into surrounding tissues. These tumors rarely spread to other parts of the body. Treatment of these tumors begi... |
What are the symptoms of Patterson pseudoleprechaunism syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Patterson pseudoleprechaunism syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Patterson pseudoleprechaunism syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You... |
What are the symptoms of Griscelli syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Griscelli syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Griscelli syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Diction... |
What are the symptoms of Kleefstra syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Kleefstra syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Kleefstra syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Diction... |
What is (are) Mosaic trisomy 14 ? | Mosaic trisomy 14 is a rare chromosomal disorder in which there are 3 copies (trisomy) of chromosome 14 in some cells of the body, while other cells have the usual two copies. The extent and severity of features in affected individuals can vary. Signs and symptoms that have been most commonly reported include intrauter... |
What are the symptoms of Mosaic trisomy 14 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Mosaic trisomy 14? The effects of mosaic trisomy 14 can vary considerably among affected individuals. Some children with mosaic trisomy 14 grow into healthy, if small, children. Others may have continued difficulty thriving. Those that have a low percentage of affected cells may have ... |
What causes Mosaic trisomy 14 ? | What causes mosaic trisomy 14? Individuals with mosaic trisomy 14 have a duplication of chromosome 14 material in some of their cells, while other cells have a normal chromosomal makeup. The additional chromosomal material is responsible for the features that are characteristic of the condition. Most cases of mosaic tr... |
What are the treatments for Mosaic trisomy 14 ? | How might mosaic trisomy 14 be treated? Treatment for signs and symptoms of mosaic trisomy 14 focuses on the specific features present in each individual. Infants with congenital heart defects may need surgery or other therapies to alleviate symptoms and correct heart malformations. Respiratory infections should be tre... |
What are the symptoms of Lethal congenital contracture syndrome 1 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Lethal congenital contracture syndrome 1? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Lethal congenital contracture syndrome 1. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition.... |
What is (are) Inclusion body myopathy 2 ? | Inclusion body myopathy 2, also known as hereditary inclusion body myopathy (HIBM), GNE-related myopathy, distal myopathy with rimmed vacuoles, and Nonaka myopathy, is an inherited condition that primarily affects the skeletal muscles (the muscles that the body uses to move). This disorder is characterized by muscle w... |
What are the symptoms of Inclusion body myopathy 2 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Inclusion body myopathy 2? Inclusion body myopathy 2 causes muscle weakness that appears in late adolescence or early adulthood and worsens over time.The first sign of inclusion body myopathy 2 is often weakness of the tibialis anterior, a muscle in the lower leg that helps control u... |
What causes Inclusion body myopathy 2 ? | What causes inclusion body myopathy 2? Inclusion body myopathy 2 is caused by mutations in the GNE gene. The GNE gene provides instructions for making an enzyme responsible for making sialic acid, a simple sugar that attaches to the ends of more complex molecules on the surface of cells. People with inclusion body myop... |
Is Inclusion body myopathy 2 inherited ? | How is inclusion body myopathy 2 inherited? Inclusion body myopathy 2 is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means both copies of the gene in each cell have mutations. The parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive condition each carry one copy of the mutated gene, but they typically do not sho... |
What are the treatments for Inclusion body myopathy 2 ? | How might inclusion body myopathy 2 be treated? Currently, there is no cure and no way to prevent the progression of a Inclusion body myopathy 2.[5665] Treatment is focused on managing individual symptoms. People with this condition are often evaluated and managed by a multidisciplinary team including neurologists and ... |
What are the symptoms of Neuropathy, distal hereditary motor, Jerash type ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Neuropathy, distal hereditary motor, Jerash type? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Neuropathy, distal hereditary motor, Jerash type. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with... |
What are the symptoms of Anti-plasmin deficiency, congenital ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Anti-plasmin deficiency, congenital? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Anti-plasmin deficiency, congenital. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can u... |
What are the symptoms of Porokeratosis, disseminated superficial actinic 2 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Porokeratosis, disseminated superficial actinic 2? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Porokeratosis, disseminated superficial actinic 2. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people wi... |
What is (are) Hypoaldosteronism ? | Hypoaldosteronism is a condition characterized by the shortage (deficiency) or impaired function of a hormone called aldosterone. Hypoaldosteronism may be described as hyporeninemic or hyperreninemic depending on renin levels. Hyporeninemic hypoaldosteronism occurs when there is decreased production of aldosterone due ... |
What are the treatments for Hypoaldosteronism ? | How might hypoaldosteronism be treated? Treatment for hypoaldosteronism depends on the underlying condition. Affected individuals are often advised to follow a low-potassium diet with liberal sodium intake. People with hypoaldosteronism should typically avoid ACE inhibitors and potassium-sparing diuretics. Individuals ... |
What are the symptoms of WT limb blood syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of WT limb blood syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for WT limb blood syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical... |
What is (are) Langerhans cell histiocytosis ? | Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a disorder that primarily affects children, but is also found in adults of all ages. People with LCH produce too many Langerhans cells or histiocytes, a form of white blood cell found in healthy people that is supposed to protect the body from infection. In people with LCH, these ... |
What are the symptoms of Langerhans cell histiocytosis ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Langerhans cell histiocytosis? Symptoms of Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) can vary greatly from person to person depending on how much of the body is involved and what part(s) are affected. The disease can affect virtually every organ, including skin, bones, lymph nodes, bone mar... |
What causes Langerhans cell histiocytosis ? | What causes Langerhans cell histiocytosis? The cause of Langerhans cell histiocytosis is unknown. It may be triggered by an unusual reaction of the immune system to something commonly found in the environment. It is not considered to be an infection or cancer. It is not known to be hereditary or communicable. |
Is Langerhans cell histiocytosis inherited ? | Is Langerhans cell histiocytosis inherited? Although Langerhans cell histiocytosis is generally considered a sporadic, non-hereditary condition, it has reportedly affected more than one individual in a family in a very limited number of cases (particularly identical twins). |
How to diagnose Langerhans cell histiocytosis ? | How is Langerhans cell histiocytosis diagnosed? Testing for Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) may include bronchoscopy with biopsy, x-ray, skin biopsy, bone marrow biopsy, complete blood count, and pulmonary function tests. Because LCH is sometimes associated with cancer, CT scans and a biopsy may be done to rule out... |
What are the treatments for Langerhans cell histiocytosis ? | How might Langerhans cell histiocytosis be treated? Treatment for Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) depends upon the individual patient; it may differ depending on the type and severity of the condition as well as what part(s) of the body are affected. In some cases, the disease will regress without any treatment at ... |
What are the symptoms of Leber congenital amaurosis 1 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Leber congenital amaurosis 1? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Leber congenital amaurosis 1. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the Medline... |
What is (are) Acrodysplasia scoliosis ? | Acrodysplasia scoliosis is a rare condition that has been reported in two brothers. The condition is characterized by scoliosis, brachydactyly (unusually short fingers and toes), spina bifida occulta, and carpal synostosis (fused bones of the wrist). The underlying genetic cause of the condition is unknown, but it appe... |
What are the symptoms of Acrodysplasia scoliosis ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Acrodysplasia scoliosis? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Acrodysplasia scoliosis. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medic... |
What is (are) Pseudopelade of Brocq ? | Pseudopelade of Brocq (PBB) is a slowly progressive, chronic condition characterized by scarring hair loss (cicatricial alopecia). There exists some controversy as to whether PBB is a distinct condition or the common final stage or variant of several different forms of scarring alopecias such as discoid lupus erythemat... |
What are the symptoms of Pseudopelade of Brocq ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Pseudopelade of Brocq? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Pseudopelade of Brocq. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical D... |
What are the treatments for Pseudopelade of Brocq ? | Is there treatment or a cure for pseudopelade of Brocq? Neither an effective treatment nor cure has been identified for pseudopelade of Brocq. Unfortunately, even when treatment relieves the symptoms and signs, the progression of hair loss may continue. The choice of treatment prescribed varies from person to person a... |
What is (are) Basilar migraine ? | Basilar migraine is a type of migraine headache with aura that is associated with bilateral (on both sides) pain at the back of the head. An aura is a group of symptoms that generally serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming and may include dizziness and vertigo, slurred speech, ataxia, tinnitus, visual ch... |
What are the symptoms of Basilar migraine ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Basilar migraine? Episodes of basilar migraines usually begin with an aura, which is a group of symptoms that serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming. Signs and symptoms of an aura vary, but may include: Dizziness and vertigo Disorientation Double vision and other visual... |
What causes Basilar migraine ? | What causes a basilar migraine? The exact underlying cause of basilar migraines is not well understood. Basilar migraines, like all types of migraines, are likely complex disorders that are influenced by multiple genes in combination with lifestyle and environmental factors. Scientists also suspect that nerve abnormali... |
Is Basilar migraine inherited ? | Are basilar migraines inherited? In most cases, basilar migraines are not inherited. However, the susceptibility to basilar migraines may rarely be caused by a change (mutation) in the ATP1A2 gene or CACNA1A gene. In these cases, they are inherited in an autosomal dominant manner. This means that to be affected, a pers... |
How to diagnose Basilar migraine ? | How is a basilar migraine diagnosed? A diagnosis of basilar migraine is made based on the presence of characteristic signs and symptoms. Although there are no tests available to confirm the diagnosis, additional testing may be ordered to rule out other conditions that can cause similar features. These tests may include... |
What are the treatments for Basilar migraine ? | How are basilar migraines treated? During episodes of basilar migraines, people are generally treated with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and antiemetic medications to help alleviate the symptoms. In some cases, a nerve block can be used to treat pain if other therapies are ineffective. In people with ep... |
What are the symptoms of Bartter syndrome antenatal type 2 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Bartter syndrome antenatal type 2? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Bartter syndrome antenatal type 2. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use t... |
What are the symptoms of Premature ovarian failure, familial ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Premature ovarian failure, familial? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Premature ovarian failure, familial. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can u... |
What are the symptoms of Spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia Matrilin-3 related ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia Matrilin-3 related? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia Matrilin-3 related. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in peopl... |
What are the symptoms of Steatocystoma multiplex with natal teeth ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Steatocystoma multiplex with natal teeth? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Steatocystoma multiplex with natal teeth. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition.... |
What are the symptoms of Dystonia 6, torsion ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Dystonia 6, torsion? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Dystonia 6, torsion. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Dicti... |
What is (are) Fanconi renotubular syndrome ? | Fanconi syndrome is a condition in which the kidneys do not absorb certain substances into the body. These substances, such as cysteine, fructose, galactose, or glycogen, are lost in the urine. Fanconi syndrome is thought to be caused by genetic and environmental factors, and it may be diagnosed at any age. Symptoms... |
What are the symptoms of Fanconi renotubular syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Fanconi renotubular syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Fanconi renotubular syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the Medline... |
What are the symptoms of Small cell carcinoma of the bladder ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Small cell carcinoma of the bladder? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Small cell carcinoma of the bladder. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can u... |
What is (are) Tylosis with esophageal cancer ? | Tylosis with esophageal cancer (TOC) is an inherited condition characterized by palmoplantar keratoderma and esophageal cancer. The palmoplantar keratoderma usually begins around age 10, and esophageal cancer may form after age 20. This condition is caused by a mutation in the RHBDF2 gene and is inherited in an autosom... |
What are the symptoms of Tylosis with esophageal cancer ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Tylosis with esophageal cancer? The main features of Tylosis with esophageal cancer are palmoplantar keratoderma and esophageal cancer. The palmoplantar keratoderma usually begins around age 10, and the soles of the feet are usually more severely affected that the palms of the hands. ... |
What causes Tylosis with esophageal cancer ? | What causes Tylosis with esophageal cancer? Mutations in the RHBDF2 gene have been shown to cause the development of this condition. |
Is Tylosis with esophageal cancer inherited ? | How is Tylosis with esophageal cancer inherited? This condition has an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance, which means that a mutation in one copy of the altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder. Affected individuals typically have one parent with the condition. |
What are the treatments for Tylosis with esophageal cancer ? | How might Tylosis with esophageal cancer be treated? Affected individuals may have periodic endoscopic and oral cavity evaluations by a gastroentrologist to detect esophageal cancer. For the palmoplantar keratoderma, a dermatologist may recommend oral retinoids such as etretinate, isotretinoin, and acitretin. Topical t... |
What are the symptoms of Thai symphalangism syndrome ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Thai symphalangism syndrome? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Thai symphalangism syndrome. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePl... |
What is (are) Orofaciodigital syndrome 1 ? | Orofaciodigital syndrome 1 (OFD1), also called orofaciodigital syndrome type 1, is a condition that affects the development of the oral cavity (the mouth and teeth), facial features, and digits (fingers and toes). This condition also causes polycystic kidney disease. Orofaciodigital syndrome 1 is caused by a change (mu... |
What are the symptoms of Orofaciodigital syndrome 1 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Orofaciodigital syndrome 1? Oral features of OFD1 may include a split (lobed) tongue, benign tumors of the tongue, cleft palate, hypodontia (missing teeth), or other dental abnormalities. Facial features may include hypertelorism (increased width between the eyes), a small nose, micro... |
How to diagnose Orofaciodigital syndrome 1 ? | Is genetic testing available for orofaciodigital syndrome 1 (OFD1)? Genetic testing for orofaciodigital syndrome 1 is clinically available. OFD1 is the only gene currently known to be associated with this condition. Testing is often used to confirm or establish the diagnosis in an individual when OFD1 is suspected. A... |
What is (are) Megalocytic interstitial nephritis ? | Megalocytic interstitial nephritis is a rare chronic kidney disease that is characterized by inflammation of the kidney. It is similar to malakoplakia of the kidney. In this condition the inflammation is caused by various infiltrate, particularly histiocytes. A histiocyte is a type of immune cell that eats foreign subs... |
What are the symptoms of Megalocytic interstitial nephritis ? | What are the symptoms of interstitial nephritis? Symptoms of interstitial nephritis may include blood in the urine, fever, increased or decreased urine output, mental status changes (drowsiness, confusion, coma), nausea, vomiting, rash, swelling of the body, and weight gain (from retaining fluid). |
What causes Megalocytic interstitial nephritis ? | What causes malakoplakia? The cause of malakoplakia is unknown, but is thought to be associated with immunodeficiency or autoimmune disorders, such as hypogammaglobinlinemia, therapies that suppress the immune system, cancer, a chronic debilitating disorder, rheumatoid arthritis, and AIDS. |
What is (are) Neuroleptic malignant syndrome ? | Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare neurological condition that is caused by an adverse reaction to neuroleptic (tranquilizer) or antipsychotic drugs. These drugs are commonly prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia and other neurological, mental, or emotional disorders. Affected people may experience high f... |
What is (are) Ovarian sex cord tumor with annular tubules ? | An ovarian sex cord tumor with annular tubules (SCTAT) is a tumor that grows from cells in the ovaries known as sex cord cells. As these cells grow, they form tube-like shapes in the tumor. SCTATs can develop in one or both ovaries, and may cause symptoms such as puberty at an exceptionally young age (precocious pube... |
What causes Ovarian sex cord tumor with annular tubules ? | What causes an ovarian sex cord tumor with annular tubules? Approximately one third of ovarian sex cord tumors with annual tubules (SCTATs) develop because of an underlying genetic condition called Peutz Jeghers syndrome (PJS), which is caused by a mutation in the STK11 gene. In these genetic cases, many small SCTATs ... |
What are the symptoms of Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the M... |
What are the symptoms of Aplasia cutis congenita intestinal lymphangiectasia ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Aplasia cutis congenita intestinal lymphangiectasia? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Aplasia cutis congenita intestinal lymphangiectasia. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in peopl... |
What is (are) Camurati-Engelmann disease ? | Camurati-Engelmann disease is a genetic condition that mainly affects the bones. People with this disease have increased bone density, particularly affecting the long bones of the arms and legs. In some cases, the skull and hip bones are also affected. The thickened bones can lead to pain in the arms and legs, a waddli... |
What are the symptoms of Camurati-Engelmann disease ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Camurati-Engelmann disease? People with Camurati-Engelmann disease have increased bone density, particularly affecting the long bones of the arms and legs (tibia, femur, humerus, ulna, radius). In some cases, the skull and hip bones are also affected. The thickened bones can lead to p... |
What causes Camurati-Engelmann disease ? | What causes Camurati-Engelmann disease? Mutations in the TGFB1 gene cause Camurati-Engelmann disease. The TGFB1 gene provides instructions for producing a protein called transforming growth factor beta-1 (TGF-1). The TGF-1 protein helps control the growth and division (proliferation) of cells, the process by which cell... |
Is Camurati-Engelmann disease inherited ? | How is Camurati-Engelmann disease inherited? Camurati-Engelmann disease is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner. This means that having a change (mutation) in only one copy of the responsible gene in each cell is enough to cause features of the condition. In some cases, an affected person inherits the mutated gene... |
How to diagnose Camurati-Engelmann disease ? | How is Camurati-Engelmann disease diagnosed? Diagnosis of Camurati-Engelmann disease is based on physical examination and radiographic findings and can be confirmed by molecular genetic testing. TGFB1 is the only gene known to be associated with Camurati-Engelmann disease. Sequence analysis identifies mutations in TGFB... |
What are the treatments for Camurati-Engelmann disease ? | How might Camurati-Engelmann disease (CED) be treated? Several medical therapies including corticosteroids, biphosphonates, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have been used to manage the symptoms of Camurati-Engelmann disease (CED). NSAIDs and bisphosphonates have not been proven to be effective for mo... |
What is (are) Pseudoachondroplasia ? | Pseudoachondroplasia is an inherited disorder of bone growth which is characterized by short stature. Other features include short arms and legs, a waddling walk, early-onset joint pain (osteoarthritis), and a limited range of motion at the elbows and hips. Intelligence, facial features and head size are normal. Pseudo... |
What are the symptoms of Pseudoachondroplasia ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Pseudoachondroplasia? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Pseudoachondroplasia. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Dic... |
Is Pseudoachondroplasia inherited ? | How is pseudoachondroplasia inherited? Pseudoachondroplasia is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, which means having one altered copy of the COMP gene in each cell is enough to cause the disorder. In some cases, an affected person inherits the mutation from one affected parent. Other cases result from new muta... |
What is (are) Coats disease ? | Coats disease is an eye disorder characterized by abnormal development of the blood vessels in the retina (retinal telangiectasia). Most affected people begin showing symptoms of the condition in childhood. Early signs and symptoms vary but may include vision loss, crossed eyes (strabismus), and a white mass in the pup... |
What are the symptoms of Coats disease ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Coats disease? The signs and symptoms of Coats disease typically begin at an early age (between ages 6 and 8). Some people may only have a few or no symptoms, while others are very severely affected. The condition is almost always progressive (symptoms get worse over time), although a... |
What causes Coats disease ? | What causes Coats disease? The exact cause of Coats disease is not currently known. However, it is a reported feature of several different genetic syndromes, suggesting there may be a genetic component.[4716] Researchers believe that some cases of Coats disease may be due to somatic mutations in the NDP gene, which lea... |
Is Coats disease inherited ? | How is Coats disease inherited? In most cases, Coats disease is not inherited. Eighty to 90% of affected people have no evidence of a genetic predisposition to the condition and no affected family members. Rarely, Coats disease can be inherited as a feature of several different genetic syndromes. For example, Coats dis... |
How to diagnose Coats disease ? | Is genetic testing available for Coats disease? Genetic testing is not available for most cases of Coats disease. Eighty to 90% of affected people have no evidence of a genetic predisposition to the condition and no affected family members. Rarely, Coats disease can be inherited as a feature of several different geneti... |
What are the treatments for Coats disease ? | How might Coats disease be treated? The treatment of Coats disease depends on the signs and symptoms present in each person. Treatment is usually directed towards destroying affected blood vessels in the retina and salvaging as much vision as possible. A procedure that uses extreme cold to destroy abnormal blood vessel... |
What are the symptoms of Ectrodactyly and ectodermal dysplasia without cleft lip/palate ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Ectrodactyly and ectodermal dysplasia without cleft lip/palate? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Ectrodactyly and ectodermal dysplasia without cleft lip/palate. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the sy... |
What is (are) Sclerosing mucoepidermoid carcinoma with eosinophilia ? | Sclerosing mucoepidermoid carcinoma with eosinophilia (SMECE) is a type of cancer that most commonly affects the thyroid gland, but has been reported in the salivary gland as well. Signs and symptoms include a painless neck mass. Many people with mucoepidermoid carcinomas are women with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. The pre... |
What are the symptoms of Immune dysfunction with T-cell inactivation due to calcium entry defect 1 ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Immune dysfunction with T-cell inactivation due to calcium entry defect 1? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Immune dysfunction with T-cell inactivation due to calcium entry defect 1. If the information is available, the table below inc... |
What are the symptoms of Fetal akinesia syndrome X-linked ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Fetal akinesia syndrome X-linked? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Fetal akinesia syndrome X-linked. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can use the... |
What are the symptoms of Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis ? | What are the signs and symptoms of Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis? The Human Phenotype Ontology provides the following list of signs and symptoms for Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis. If the information is available, the table below includes how often the symptom is seen in people with this condition. You can... |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.