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Everything about capgras syndrome?
Capgras Syndrome: Capgras syndrome consists of the delusional belief that a person or persons have been replaced by doubles or impostors. Capgras and reboul-lachaux described this syndrome in 1923. It can occur in both primary psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia and also in neurodegenerative brain disorders like alzheimer's & ms; infections, and drug toxicity. Bifrontal and temporal areas are implicated. ...Read more
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What is some information about ramsay-hunt syndrome?
Which one?: Dr ramsay hunt described several conditions. The more famous is the herpes infection of the ear that can produce severe pain, vertigo, and loss of hearing. Another is a disorder of the cerebellum with balance problems that become progressive. Another is pain and numbness of the elbow down to the hand from injury to the ulnar nerve. ...Read more
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What is some information about apert syndrome disease?
Genetic disease: Apert's syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a gene mutation. Skull & facial bones r effected & often require extensive cranial facial surgery. Hearing loss, odd fingers/toes, skin problems occur often. Apnea & sinus/ear infections r chronic problems. See nih site for more information. http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/apert-syndrome. ...Read more
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Question: what is Marfan syndrome really?
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. ...Read more
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Question about fibromyalgia syndrome.?
Question: What are you asking about fibromyalgia? This is an excellent site to look at for information. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fibromyalgia/ds00079. ...Read more
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Which website gives information about fibromyalgia syndrome?
Www.arthritis.org: The arthritis foundation is one of my favorite resources for fibromyalgia. http://www.arthritis.org/disease-center.php?disease_id=10. ...Read more
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Does anyone here know something about leaky gut syndrome or understand the disease?
See below: Leaky gut syndrome is not an established medical diagnosis. If your have gastrointestinal issues i recommend being evaluated by your primary md or gastroenterologist. ...Read more
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Can you tell me the basics about smith lemli opitz syndrome?
A genetic: disorder...suggest you GOOGLE for "BASICS" ..you can ask specific questions here on Health Tap and a Physician with experience in this disorder will try to help you! Hope this is helpful (at this moment) Dr Z ...Read more
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What can you tell me about roussy levy syndrome? Is this a rare syndrome?
Yes, genetic disease: Roussy-Levy Syndrome is a genetic disease that is rare. It's characterized by loss of muscle resulting in progressive weakness. Read more about it here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roussy%E2%80%93L%C3%A9vy_syndrome and even more about it here: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/roussy-levy-syndrome/ ...Read more
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Tell me about apert syndrome disease, please?
Bone dysplasia : You will find this article helpful. http://www.seattlechildrens.org/medical-conditions/chromosomal-genetic-conditions/apert-syndrome/ Please ask further questions or would like to discuss about this condition ...Read more
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What is werewolf syndrome? A joke?
No: Acute intermittent porphyria used to be called the werewolf syndrome. It does not mean that these patients are werewolves. Many have some symptoms, such as excessive hair growth and red urine, that reminded people of werewolves. ...Read more
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Help docs, is goldenhar syndrome alike to down syndrome?
No: Down's Syndrome is caused by a translocation of the 21st chromosome. The cause of Goldenhar syndrome is not exactly clear. Totally unrelated syndromes. ...Read more
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Does anyone here treat goldenhar syndrome?
Depends: Depends where you live. Treatment would include repair of cleft palate by a pediatric plastic surgeon or a maxillo-facial surgeon who could also take care of the mandible deformity. Pediatric ENT doctor for ear malformations. ...Read more
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Diagnosed with r.E.M. Syndrome -rare skin disease . More information about this please?
Similar to lupus: Reticular erythematous mucinosis (rem) frequently appears after intense sun exposure, or hormonal stimuli such as oral contraceptives, menses, or pregnancy. It may be related to lupus erythematosus, although lupus tests are typically negative. It often responds to treatment with anti-malarial medications. ...Read more
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What is some info about hypereosinophilic syndrome?
Here: Characterized by an eosinophil count > 1500 on repeat testing over 6 months, with involvement of the heart or other organs. Ruling out secondary causes of eosinophilia (infections, malignancy, etc). Ruling out a clonal bone marrow disorder. There are now essentially 6 different subtypes of hes (hypereosinophilic syndrome). If undefined, it is referred to as idiopathic. Hope this helps. ...Read more
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What is Asperger s syndrome symptoms that appear first?
Aspergers: First know what aspergers is. Watch this first. Autism spectrum and aspergers in 8 mins. Check it! http://youtu.Be/xg1ngp1ngds. ...Read more
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Can anyone tell me about goldenhar syndrome characteristics?
Multiple congenital: Anomalies occur in oculoauriculovertebral spectrum. Unilateral external ear deformity ranges from absence to microtia ( small ear), middle ear abnormality with some degree of hearing loss, hemifacial microsomia ( small size of one side), macrostomia ( large mouth), microphthalmia (small eye), vertebral abnormalities. Some have heart & kidney defects. 10% have intellectual disability. ...Read more
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Does anyone know about klinefelter syndrome?
Klinefelter : Klinefelter syndrome is a chromosomal abnormality in which a male has an extra x-chromosome in his cells. This usually leads to tall stature, wide hips, gynecomastiathis ie breast tissue, low testosterone, small penis size, small testicles, some learning issues. There is a klinefelter syndrome society website full of info. Kss.Org check it out. ...Read more
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What is hoigne's syndrome?
Penicillin injection: Hoigne syndrome is due to an embolism caused by injection of procaine penicillin into muscle with subsequent neurologic problems. It is hypothesized that some of the drug may have entered the blood stream. ...Read more
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