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Health and Sickness - Genetic Disorders

Here you will learn some English words related to genetic disorders such as "albinism", "hemophilia", and "dystrophy".

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

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

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

Ex: Awareness campaigns focus on education and early detection thalassemia in high-risk populations .
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a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics

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

Ex: Albinism is caused by inherited genetic mutations affecting melanin production .
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a group of inherited neurological disorders affecting the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy, particularly in the feet and hands

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

Ex: Individuals cystic fibrosis often experience chronic lung infections due to the difficulty in clearing mucus from the airways .
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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