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What is marfans? did abe lincoln and his sons have it?
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MARFAN SYNDROME: Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder which effects connective tissue. Abraham lincoln was previously thought to have suffered from Marfan syndrome but more recent research suggests that his condition was actually multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2b.
Answered 2/18/2015
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