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Gezondheid en Ziekte - Genetische aandoeningen

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met genetische aandoeningen zoals "albinisme", "hemofilie" en "dystrofie".

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Marfan syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

Marfan-syndroom, Marfan-ziekte

Marfan-syndroom, Marfan-ziekte

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neurofibromatosis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

neurofibromatose

neurofibromatose

Ex: Genetic counseling is recommended for individuals with a family history of neurofibromatosis.
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Noonan syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

Noonan-syndroom, Noonan genetische aandoening

Noonan-syndroom, Noonan genetische aandoening

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Prader–Willi syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Prader-Willi, ziekte van Prader-Willi

syndroom van Prader-Willi, ziekte van Prader-Willi

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Rett syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Rett, ziekte van Rett

syndroom van Rett, ziekte van Rett

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tay-sachs disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

de ziekte van Tay-Sachs, GM2-gangliosidose

de ziekte van Tay-Sachs, GM2-gangliosidose

Ex: Genetic counseling is crucial in high-risk populations with a history of Tay-Sachs disease.Genetische counseling is cruciaal in hoogrisicopopulaties met een voorgeschiedenis van **ziekte van Tay-Sachs**.
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thalassemia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

thalassemie, middellandse zeeanemie

thalassemie, middellandse zeeanemie

Ex: Awareness campaigns focus on education and early detection of thalassemia in high-risk populations .Bewustwordingscampagnes richten zich op onderwijs en vroege detectie van **thalassemie** in hoogrisicopopulaties.
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Tourette syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Tourette, stoornis van Tourette

syndroom van Tourette, stoornis van Tourette

Ex: Many individuals with Tourette's lead successful lives, and symptoms may improve with age.Veel mensen met het **syndroom van Gilles de la Tourette** leiden succesvolle levens, en de symptomen kunnen verbeteren met de leeftijd.
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albinism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

albinisme

albinisme

Ex: Albinism is caused by inherited genetic mutations affecting melanin production .**Albinisme** wordt veroorzaakt door overgeërfde genetische mutaties die de melanineproductie beïnvloeden.
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Angelman syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

Angelman-syndroom, ziekte van Angelman

Angelman-syndroom, ziekte van Angelman

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Apert syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

Apert-syndroom, Apert-ziekte

Apert-syndroom, Apert-ziekte

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charcot-marie-tooth disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

de ziekte van Charcot-Marie-Tooth, de erfelijke sensomotorische neuropathie

de ziekte van Charcot-Marie-Tooth, de erfelijke sensomotorische neuropathie

Ex: There is no cure for CMT, but physical therapy helps manage symptoms.Er is geen remedie voor **Charcot-Marie-Tooth-ziekte**, maar fysiotherapie helpt bij het beheersen van de symptomen.
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congenital adrenal hyperplasia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

congenitale bijnierhyperplasie, aangeboren bijnierhyperplasie

congenitale bijnierhyperplasie, aangeboren bijnierhyperplasie

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cystic fibrosis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

cystic fibrosis, taaislijmziekte

cystic fibrosis, taaislijmziekte

Ex: Individuals with cystic fibrosis often experience chronic lung infections due to the difficulty in clearing mucus from the airways .
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Down syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Down, trisomie 21

syndroom van Down, trisomie 21

Ex: Down syndrome does not have a cure, but supportive care and educational interventions can enhance quality of life.**Downsyndroom** is niet te genezen, maar ondersteunende zorg en educatieve interventies kunnen de kwaliteit van leven verbeteren.
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Ehlers Danlos syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Ehlers-Danlos, ziekte van Ehlers-Danlos

syndroom van Ehlers-Danlos, ziekte van Ehlers-Danlos

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Fabry disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

ziekte van Fabry, Fabry-stoornis

ziekte van Fabry, Fabry-stoornis

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fragile X syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

fragiele-X-syndroom, syndroom van het fragiele X-chromosoom

fragiele-X-syndroom, syndroom van het fragiele X-chromosoom

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hemophilia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hemofilie, erfelijke stollingsstoornis

hemofilie, erfelijke stollingsstoornis

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hemochromatosis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hemochromatose

hemochromatose

Ex: Early detection and intervention are crucial to prevent complications associated with hemochromatosis.
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Klinefelter syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Klinefelter

syndroom van Klinefelter

Ex: Increased awareness of Klinefelter syndrome aids in early detection and intervention .Een grotere bewustwording van het **Klinefelter-syndroom** helpt bij vroege detectie en interventie.
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turner syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Turner

syndroom van Turner

Ex: Turner syndrome can be associated with various health issues, including heart and kidney abnormalities.Het **Turner-syndroom** kan geassocieerd worden met verschillende gezondheidsproblemen, waaronder hart- en nierafwijkingen.
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Williams syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

Williams-syndroom, ziekte van Williams

Williams-syndroom, ziekte van Williams

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Huntington's disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

de ziekte van Huntington, Huntington's chorea

de ziekte van Huntington, Huntington's chorea

Ex: Research efforts aim to develop potential therapies for Huntington's disease.Onderzoeksinspanningen zijn gericht op het ontwikkelen van potentiële therapieën voor de **ziekte van Huntington**.
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sickle-cell disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

sikkelcelanemie, sikkelcelziekte

sikkelcelanemie, sikkelcelziekte

Ex: Sickle cell disease is more prevalent in individuals of African, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern descent.**Sikkelcelziekte** komt vaker voor bij mensen van Afrikaanse, Mediterrane en Midden-Oosterse afkomst.
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dystrophy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

dystrofie

dystrofie

Ex: Nerve degeneration led to numbness in neurotrophic dystrophy.Zenuwdegeneratie leidde tot gevoelloosheid bij neurotrofische **dystrofie**.
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von willebrand disease
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

ziekte van von Willebrand, tekort aan von Willebrand-factor

ziekte van von Willebrand, tekort aan von Willebrand-factor

Ex: Von Willebrand disease is usually inherited and can vary in severity.
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