Named after Dr. Duchenne de Boulogne, Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a genetic condition marked by degeneration of the muscles. It is a part of a group of 20 hereditary conditions known as muscular dystrophy and Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common. It is more prevalent in males than females. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is caused… Continue reading Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
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Down Syndrome
Also called Trisomy 21, Down syndrome is a congenital genetic disorder marked by developmental delays, mental retardation, and other abnormalities. The severity of the condition varies from one patient to another; hence the associated disabilities also tend to vary between patients, from moderate to extreme. Risk Factors Down syndrome is caused due to presence of… Continue reading Down Syndrome
HIV Rash
HIV rash refers to the occurrence of dark and pigmented rashes all over the body. It is caused due to infection by the HIV or human immunodeficiency virus. A patient may develop the rashes two to 3 weeks after contracting the virus for the first time. It persists for about two to four weeks. HIV… Continue reading HIV Rash
Williams Syndrome
Williams syndrome is a rare, congenital, and complex genetic disorder marked by physical and developmental abnormalities, the most evident of which is the presence of narrowed arteries which in turn trigger the onset of cardiovascular diseases. Affected infants may also suffer from very high blood calcium levels. The outward symptoms of Williams syndrome that are… Continue reading Williams Syndrome