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Genetic disorders and birth defects

Find out everything you need to know about genetic disorders, including symptoms, treatment, causes, management and more.

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3 reliable resources for hereditary angioedema support and information
Being diagnosed with hereditary angioedema can be scary, but you don't have to go it alone.

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5 answers about NF and plexiform neurofibromas
Learn about the large nerve tumors called plexiform neurofibromas (pNF) that affect some people with...

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What are the different types of NF?
Learn about the three types of neurofibromatosis—NF1, NF2, and schwannomatosis.

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Being a caregiver for someone with Friedreich ataxia
Why caregivers for people with this genetic disorder need to prioritize their health, including ment...

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Resources for people with Friedreich ataxia (FA)
Organizations and online resources that provide information and support for people living with Fried...

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Friedreich ataxia: questions for your appointment
A guide to preparing for appointments with a FA healthcare team, with a list of questions and topics...

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How is Friedreich ataxia treated?
A look at the different therapies and healthcare providers involved in the treatment of Friedreich a...

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5 answers about Friedreich ataxia (FA)
An overview of Friedreich ataxia (FA), a genetic disorder that causes progressive damage to the nerv...

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ISM: Tips for building your healthcare team
The healthcare providers that treat indolent systemic mastocytosis (ISM), with tips on finding a spe...

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What type of technology is being used to study the brain?
Francis Collins, MD, PhD, director of the National Institutes of Health explains what's needed to br...