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… that causes damage to the brain, like a tumour or stroke. Genes may also play a role. But you don't have to have a … seizures is the most common type of epilepsy in adults. Generalized epileptic seizures Epilepsy that causes generalized seizures is more common in children than in …
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… adults (LADA). Some rare forms of diabetes are caused by a genetic problem. Genetic testing may be done to diagnose them. This includes … (MODY). There are many types of MODY, depending on the gene that is affected. Follow-up visits and tests See your …
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… risk include: Being older than 50. Inheriting some kinds of genes, such as those for Lynch syndrome . Having some types … risk include: Being older than 50. Inheriting some kinds of genes, such as those for Lynch syndrome . Having some types …
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… who had prostate cancer before age 65. Knowing that a gene change, such as BRCA, runs in your family. Compare your … thought about the facts and your feelings, you may have a general idea of where you stand on this decision. Show which … who had prostate cancer before age 65. Knowing that a gene change, such as BRCA, runs in your family. 2. Compare …
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… Before Surgery? Breast Cancer Risk: Should I Have a BRCA Gene Test? Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start … Before Surgery? Breast Cancer Risk: Should I Have a BRCA Gene Test? Breast Cancer Screening: When Should I Start …
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… knows exactly what causes most congenital heart defects. Genes passed down from a parent are a possible cause. Viral … heart defects are more common in babies who are born with genetic conditions such as Down syndrome. Taking some … increases if a brother, sister, or parent has one. Other genetic conditions. For example, Down syndrome has been …
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… adults (LADA). Some rare forms of diabetes are caused by a genetic problem. You may need genetic testing to diagnose them. This includes maturity … (MODY). There are many types of MODY, depending on the gene that is affected. Tests to check your health and screen …
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… inherit. Scientists are trying to find out exactly which genes may be responsible for passing down ASD in families. … ASD tends to occur more often in people who have certain genetic conditions. These may include fragile X syndrome and … risk for ASD—such as having a sibling with ASD or having a genetic condition such as fragile X syndrome—he or she may …
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… seriously disabled. Most people are somewhere in between. Generally, MS follows one of four courses: … MS happens to some people but not others. There may be a genetic link, because the disease seems to run in families. … in some families when a relative has MS, there may be a genetic link . For more information, see What Increases Your …
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… damage (neonatal chronic lung disease). Inherited factors (genes), including alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency . This is a … from damage. People who have this disorder and who smoke generally start to have symptoms of emphysema in their 30s or 40s. Those who have this disorder but don't smoke generally start to have symptoms in their 80s. Symptoms When …
