Q: i would like to know about fragile x syndrome?

Male dominated: The fragile x is named for a non staining region on the long arm of an x containing useless genetic material that results in mental impairment &amp; physical changes(if you only have 1 x:males).The females usually show few if any features due to protection by a normal x, but not always &amp; have a 50% chance of passing the fragile x to any offspring. This is a male dominated form of mental impairment.

Q: what are the best ways to cure fragile x syndrome?

You don't: The fragile X defect exists in every cell of the person's body.The defective material has a variable effect on the function of each cell.There is no cure. Identification and support for intellectual challenges and any related health issues are the limit of current care.

Q: is there any drug available for fragile x syndrome?

No: The basic science evidence is that the affected chromosome is deficient in Folic Acid but that has not worked out clinically.

Q: what happens to those with fragile x syndrome as an adult?

FRAGILE X: It is a genetic disorder affecting mostly men in old age, causing tremors, ataxia and dementia.

Q: what are the social ramifications for those with fragile x syndrome?

Fragile x syndrome: Fragile x is the leading known genetic disorder that causes autism.The affected have mental retardation and 15to60 percent chances of havind autism spectrum disorder.There is social withdrawl, language deficit disorder and others.Children need one to one teaching and taining and sometime meds, and it costs a lot of money and resources to the school systems, medical care and taxpayers.

Q: i was wondering what are the social ramifications for those afflicted with fragile x syndrome?

Fragile X Behavior: Fragile x is a leading cause of intellectual disability and many people with fragile x meet the criteria for autism. There can be disturbances in language/communication, social anxiety, social deficits including poor eye contact and shyness. There is also an increased risk of other mental disorders. Each person with fragile x should be seen as a person with individual strengths and weaknesses.

Q: is fragile x syndrome fatal?

No: Fragile X syndrome is a genetically inherited form of mental retardation.

Question 1

what's the life expectancy of a person with fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Normal unless: Most patients with fragile x are otherwise normal except for mild learning and behavioral problems.  Occasional cases may suffer seizures and some can have other medical problems.  The life expectancy is based on the other medical problems - not the diagnosis of fragile x.

Question 2

fragile x syndrome my baby, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Developmental help: Fragile X syndrome can predispose your baby to developmental and learning issues. It is important to have your baby evaluated by Early Intervention, a program to support infants with delays. Call your doctor to get this information.

Question 3

how common is fragile x syndrome in us?

Accepted Answer

Depends on your dfn: Significant impairment (iq<70) in FAS is felt to represent 1/3600 of the population, mostly male. A lesser form of involvement with lesser alterations in this gene (add, behavior issues) may affect 1/130-250 female & 1/250-800 males. See: www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pmc/articles/pmc2888470/?Tool=pmcentrez.

Question 4

i would like to know about fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Male dominated: The fragile x is named for a non staining region on the long arm of an x containing useless genetic material that results in mental impairment &amp; physical changes(if you only have 1 x:males).The females usually show few if any features due to protection by a normal x, but not always &amp; have a 50% chance of passing the fragile x to any offspring. This is a male dominated form of mental impairment.

Question 5

what are the best ways to cure fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

You don't: The fragile X defect exists in every cell of the person's body.The defective material has a variable effect on the function of each cell.There is no cure. Identification and support for intellectual challenges and any related health issues are the limit of current care.

Question 6

is there any drug available for fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

No: The basic science evidence is that the affected chromosome is deficient in Folic Acid but that has not worked out clinically.

Question 7

what happens to those with fragile x syndrome as an adult?

Accepted Answer

FRAGILE X: It is a genetic disorder affecting mostly men in old age, causing tremors, ataxia and dementia.

Question 8

what are the social ramifications for those with fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Fragile x syndrome: Fragile x is the leading known genetic disorder that causes autism.The affected have mental retardation and  15to60 percent chances of havind autism spectrum disorder.There is social withdrawl, language deficit disorder and others.Children need one to one teaching and taining and sometime meds, and it costs a lot of money and resources to the school systems, medical care and taxpayers.

Question 9

i was wondering what are the social ramifications for those afflicted with fragile x syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Fragile X Behavior: Fragile x is a leading cause of intellectual disability and many people with fragile x meet the criteria for autism. There can be disturbances in language/communication, social anxiety, social deficits including poor eye contact and shyness.  There is also an increased risk of other mental disorders.  Each person with fragile x should be seen as a person with individual strengths and weaknesses.

Question 10

is fragile x syndrome fatal?

Accepted Answer

No: Fragile X syndrome is a genetically inherited form of mental retardation.

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