Question 1

is marfan syndrome physically limiting for people?

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Over-exertion is bad: Marfan syndrome persons should avoid contact sports. If symptoms are on the moderate to severe side, they can participate in non-contact, non-strenguous activities such as golf, bowling, walking, yoga, or tai-chi. If mild to moderate in severity, they can try non-contact, moderately strenguous activities such as biking or swimming. The national Marfan foundation website is helpful.

Question 2

what is marfan syndrome?

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Genetic disorder: Of connective tissue that affects many bodily systems.The national Marfan foundation has a very nice website that will answer any questions you have about Marfan syndrome. Go to www.Marfan.Org.

Question 3

what causes marfan syndrome?

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Genetic mutation: Marfan syndrome is caused by a gene mutation (in the fbn1 gene). A mutation leads to defective, weakened connective tissue throughout the body. Symptoms show up in the parts of the body where shape and structural integrity relies a lot on the weakened type of connective tissue.

Question 4

what exactly is marfan syndrome?

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Congenital : Congenital condition which can cause hypermobility of joints, eye lens dislocation and aortic dissection.

Question 5

how dangerous is marfan syndrome?

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Marfan syndrome: affects the body's connective tissue and can cause problems in the eyes, joints, and heart. Marfan syndrome has no cure, but doctors can provide symptomatic management.

Question 6

how to know if i have marfan syndrome?

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Connective tissue : Marfan is an inherited disorder of connective tissue. Which affects musculoskeletal system, blood vessels heart and eyes.
People with Marfan are thin and tall and have disproportionate long arms and legs, fingers and toes. An eye exam  to check for lens dislocation. Heart exam to check for dilatation of vessels and heart valves.
If  further study needed genetic tests are available.

Question 7

is marfan syndrome a sex-linked disease?

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No: Marfan syndrome is an autosomal dominant connective tissue disorder caused by abnormal microfibrillin protein. If a parent is affected by the disorder, their offspring has a 50/50 chance of inheriting it, regardless of whether the baby is a boy or a girl.

Question 8

question: what is marfan syndrome really?

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Www.marfan.org: Fibrillin-1 gene defect leads to inefficient connective tissue building.  It is inherited 70% of time. Symptoms occur in any organ that is dependent on healthy connective tissue such as the heart, lungs, skin, eyes. Marfans are tall people with thin narrow face, scoliosis, heart disease, small jaw, spidery fingers, flat feet, abnornal chest bone. You should see your dr if you suspect having it.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of marfan syndrome?

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Long arms, fingers: Tall, thin appearance. Pigeon chest (pectus carinatum), long fingers (arachnodactyly), dilated aorta (seen on echocardiogram). Dislocated lens in the eye. Severe near sightedness. Scoliosis. Flat feet. High arched palate. Thin head with small cheekbones.
Most symptoms involve heart, musculoskeletal and eyes. It is inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion.

Question 10

how to figure out if i have marfan syndrome?

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Testing: Physical exam and blood tests can help to determine whether you have marfan's syndrome.

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