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Is life different for a person with a genetic disorder?

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Dr. Peter Francis answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Life: Life can be different from a medical perspective when coping with the consequences of a genetic disorder. This affects all the patients loved ones too. However it is important to remember that a genetic disorder is no ones 'fault' and life can be as fulfilling for the affected individual as for anyone else.

Answered 8/23/2013

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