Question 1

can you have a genetic predisposition to warts?

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Probably.: Warts are an infection, and we know that the immune response to infections is partly genetically controlled.

Question 2

i has a small few warts on my neck and i cut them off because they really bothered me was this safe?  and can warts be genetic?

Accepted Answer

It is safe: Warts are the product of a viral infection onto the skin.  Cutting them off as you have done is probably safe although there is a small risk of spreading the virus.  Keep the areas clean and a little rubbing alcohol on the site will be helpful.  Warts are not genetic in origin but your genetics might make you a little more susceptible to getting them.

Question 3

i had a wart besides my scrotum and one in between my legs, or that zone and were removed. my family has many warts, and my grandfather had a wart on his genital zone. could it be genetics and its a common wart? im a virgin, no sexual contact?

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Common wart: Various strains of the HPV virus cause warts in specific tissues. The location of the wart on normal skin surfaces like near the scrotum /on the legs/on fingers/is specific to the strains involved. Acquisition is by chance contact with the germ, not passed in genes.  Genital warts are caused by different strains passed during sex.

Question 4

is it possible to test to see if you have a genetic predisposition for bipolar disorder?

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Nospecific test: There is not a specific test for this.  However, a strong family history of mood disorders including bipolar disorder would increase odds.

Question 5

can one have a genetic predisposition to hyperkalemia?

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Yes: There are certain conditions associated with hyperkalemia can  be transmitted genetically.

Question 6

how do i know if i have a genetic predisposition to bipolar disorder?

Accepted Answer

Family History: If you have a so-called first-degree relative (sibling, mother, or father), with bd your genetic "loading" for bd is higher than if you don't.  However, lots of people have bd with no known family history; and, even if both your mother and father have bd, the risk that you will too still is only about 20%--way higher than the general population but not a sure thing.

Question 7

is there a genetic predisposition to a certain type of plaque-small or large fluffy type? a cousin is having tests done in texas.can types be altered?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Predisposition to certain type of plaue is certainly, but the other factors such as life style also play important roles in the development of plue.

Question 8

is there a genetic predisposition for paranoia?

Accepted Answer

Probably: So what?   Still need to treat it if you got it.

Question 9

if someone follows a regimen to avoid the onset of a certain disease but still develops it, is that indicative of a genetic predisposition?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: We all have genetic predispositions to diseases but we do not get all the diseases we are predisposed to.  I suspect from your answer you are concerned about your inability to recognize people.  Often the question is more important than the answer.  If you ask the wrong question you are unlikely to get the right answer.  There is an easy book by Dr. Amen, "Use your brain to change your age."read"

Question 10

is there a way to check your genetic predisposition to atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

Family History: Your family history should give you a good idea as to the genetic predisposition.

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I has a small few warts on my neck and i cut them off because they really bothered me was this safe? and can warts be genetic?

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I had a wart besides my scrotum and one in between my legs, or that zone and were removed. my family has many warts, and my grandfather had a wart on his genital zone. could it be genetics and its a common wart? im a virgin, no sexual contact?

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Is it possible to test to see if you have a genetic predisposition for bipolar disorder?

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Can one have a genetic predisposition to hyperkalemia?

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How do i know if i have a genetic predisposition to bipolar disorder?

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Is there a genetic predisposition to a certain type of plaque-small or large fluffy type? a cousin is having tests done in texas.can types be altered?

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Is there a genetic predisposition for paranoia?

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If someone follows a regimen to avoid the onset of a certain disease but still develops it, is that indicative of a genetic predisposition?

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