Question 1

what are the symptoms of charcot-marie-tooth?

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CHARCOT MARIE TOOTH : Hereditary neuropathies type 1and 2 are the most common.Sx are weakness and atrophy of distal leg muscles, slowly progressive to adulthood.They usually wear leg braces.

Question 2

can charcot-marie-tooth syndrome have a cure?

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Charcot marie tooth: Im not currently aware of a specific cure to this disease, however there are treatments to aleviate symptoms.  Physical theropy, braces, exercises etc.  Also there are powerful pain killing drugs available for those suffering from disableing pain.

Question 3

help me out here: what is charcot-marie-tooth?

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Genetic disorder: Charcot-marie-tooth disease is actually a group of genetically distinct disorders that have similar symptoms;it's the most common inherited neurologic disorder. Its symptoms start before 20 yrs old and include slowly progressing weakness starting in the muscles of the ends of the limbs (usually legs first).This leads to poor finger control, difficulty walking & frequent tripping.

Question 4

does anyone out there have charcot marie tooth?

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Yes: Tthere are document cases in literature.

Question 5

if you have charcot marie tooth can you feel it?

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Yes: This inherited disease has many observable symptoms.  It is well reviewed at:  http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001741/   i recommend if you think you may have this disease to contact your md for a proper evaluation and diagnosis.

Question 6

how do you get diagnosed with charcot-marie-tooth syndrome?

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Genetic test : This syndrome is a herdaitory  disease that affect the nervers and muscles of arms and legs  in the early childhood or adult life and sometimes midlife . It could be diagnosed via physical examination , usually the legs muscule look like upside down champagne bottle , nerve conduction and reflexes 'emg , blood sample for genetic test

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: charcot marie tooth?

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Charcot Marie Tooth: Charcot Marie Tooth or CMT is a group of inherited disorders that affect peripheral nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nerves are damaged also known as neuropathy. 
More about Charcot Marie Tooth:
https://www.cmtausa.org/understanding-cmt/what-is-cmt/
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Charcot-Marie-Tooth-Disease-Fact-Sheet

Question 8

what positive things can people who have charcot marie tooth do?

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CMT: As with most degenerative diseases, solutions must often times be dynamic.  Modifying the consistency of foods so that you may chew them easily, taking vitamin supplements that promote muscle and tissue strength, visiting a physical therapist familiar with the head and neck musculature and consider visiting your dentist more frequently to keep your teeth and soft tissue in optimal health.

Question 9

my sister was diagnosed with charcot-marie-tooth. what do i need to know?

Accepted Answer

Get genetic test.: Charcot-marie-tooth disease is actually a group of genetically distinct disorders that have similar symptoms;it's the most common inherited neurologic disorder. Its symptoms start before 20 yrs old and include slowly progressing weakness starting in the muscles of the ends of the limbs (usually legs first).This leads to poor finger control, difficulty walking & frequent tripping.

Question 10

what is the best kind of diet people with charcot marie tooth syndrome should follow?

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Healthy: An exercise program (preferably directed by a physical therapist) along with a healthy diet. Foods that help muscle recovery include spinach, pineapple, eggs, chocolate milk and green tea. Follow advice from integrated health team including physician.

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