Υγεία και Ασθένεια - Γενετικές Διαταραχές

a genetic disorder characterized by connective tissue abnormalities, leading to various physical manifestations including tall stature, long limbs, joint hypermobility, and cardiovascular issues

σύνδρομο Marfan

a genetic disorder causing the growth of tumors on nerves throughout the body, with varying symptoms and severity

νευροϊνωμάτωση

genetic disorder with characteristic facial features, short stature, developmental delays, and heart defects caused by mutations affecting cell signaling proteins

Σύνδρομο Noonan

a genetic disorder with symptoms like insatiable appetite, obesity, intellectual disability, and developmental delays caused by gene deletion or loss of function on chromosome 15

Σύνδρομο Prader–Willi

a genetic disorder in girls causing developmental regression, communication impairments, and neurological issues due to MECP2 gene mutations

σύνδρομο Rett

a rare genetic disorder characterized by the progressive deterioration of the nervous system, typically leading to early childhood death

ασθένεια Tay-Sachs

a genetic blood disorder characterized by reduced production of hemoglobin, leading to anemia, and it can range from mild to severe

θαλασσαιμία

a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics

σύνδρομο Tourette

a genetic condition characterized by a lack of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in a significant reduction or absence of melanin

αλβινισμός

a rare genetic disorder with developmental delays, intellectual disability, speech issues, and seizures, caused by gene mutations on chromosome 15

σύνδρομο Angelman

a chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine, causing pain, stiffness, and potential fusion of the vertebrae

αγκυλωτική σπονδυλίτιδα

a genetic disorder with craniofacial abnormalities, fused fingers or toes, and skeletal issues due to FGFR2 gene mutations

Σύνδρομο Apert

a group of inherited neurological disorders affecting the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy, particularly in the feet and hands

ασθένεια charcot-marie-tooth

a genetic disorder causing hormonal imbalances and abnormal development of secondary sexual characteristics due to impaired cortisol production by the adrenal glands

συγγενής υπερπλασία των επινεφριδίων

a genetic disorder causing the production of thick and sticky mucus, affecting the respiratory and digestive systems and leading to various complications

κυστική ίνωση

a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21, leading to intellectual disabilities, distinct facial features, and potential health issues

Σύνδρομο Down

a group of connective tissue disorders causing joint hypermobility, skin that bruises easily, and other symptoms due to abnormal collagen production

Σύνδρομο Ehlers Danlos

a rare genetic disorder causing the build-up of a fatty substance in organs, leading to symptoms like pain, skin lesions, and organ damage

Νόσος Fabry

a genetic disorder causing intellectual disability, developmental delays, and other symptoms due to a gene mutation that affects normal brain function

σύνδρομο εύθραυστου Χ

a mostly inherited genetic disorder in which the blood does not clot properly, leading to excessive or spontaneous bleeding

αιμοφιλία

a genetic disorder characterized by excessive absorption and accumulation of iron in the body, leading to potential organ damage

αιμοχρωμάτωση

a genetic condition in males where there is an extra X chromosome, leading to developmental and hormonal differences

Σύνδρομο Klinefelter

a genetic condition affecting females, where one of the X chromosomes is partially or completely missing, leading to various developmental and medical challenges

σύνδρομο Turner

a bleeding disorder due to a deficiency or dysfunction of a blood clotting protein, leading to increased bleeding tendency

Νόσος Von Willebrand

a rare genetic disorder characterized by distinctive facial features, developmental delays, and a unique cognitive profile, including strong verbal abilities and sociable personality traits

σύνδρομο Williams

a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive motor dysfunction, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms

νόσος του Huntington

a genetic blood disorder where red blood cells assume an abnormal, crescent shape, leading to various complications

δρεπανοκυτταρική νόσο

a category of disorders characterized by the progressive degeneration or weakening of tissues, particularly muscles

δυστροφία