Marfan Syndrome
Susan Shriver
Discovery of Marfan Syndrome
The french doctor, Bernard J.A. Marfan, disvored Marfan Syndrome in 1896
Causes of Marfan Syndrome / Chromosome affected
Prenatal tests for Marfan Syndrome
Prenatal tests are now available for some people. Mostly for families with the mutant gene in it's family.
Symptoms
- Long Arms, legs, and fingers
- tall and thin body
- curved spine
- chest sinks in or sticks out
- flexible joints
- flat feet
- crowded teeth
- stretch marks on sides, but not related to weight loss or gain
Population affected
How is it inherited?
Treatments, Cures, or upcoming cures
- Has no cure.
- Treatments are available that could delay or prevent symptoms
- Treatment should be started early
Could it be prevented?
Common Signs
Story of a singer who's been personally effected by Marfan Syndrome
Marfan syndrome is diagnosed early on
citations
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"Marfan Syndrome: How Is It Inherited?" Marfan Syndrome: How Is It Inherited? N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
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"How Is Marfan Syndrome Treated?" - NHLBI, NIH. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Mar. 2015.
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