- 1. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- (Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) )
- ... genetic makeup may play a role. However, most people who have IBD don't have a family history of the disorder. Inflammatory bowel disease affects about the same number of women and men. Risk factors ...
- 2. Gaucher's disease
- (Gaucher's disease)
- ... bone marrow. Gaucher's disease is passed along in an inheritance pattern called autosomal recessive. Both parents must be carriers of a Gaucher's genetic mutation for their child to develop the condition. ...
- 3. Krabbe disease
- (Krabbe disease)
- ... Because this condition can progress quickly, it's important to see a doctor promptly if you suspect the disease is present. Krabbe disease is caused by a genetic defect that results in a deficiency ...
- 4. Klinefelter syndrome
- (Klinefelter syndrome)
- Klinefelter syndrome is a genetic condition that results when a boy is born with an extra copy of the X chromosome. Klinefelter syndrome is one of the most common genetic conditions affecting males. ...
- 5. Type 2 diabetes in children
- (Type 2 diabetes in children)
- ... why this happens is unknown, although excess weight, inactivity and genetic factors seem to be important. Insulin: The key for sugar Insulin is a hormone that comes from the pancreas, a gland located ...
- 6. Buerger's disease
- (Buerger's disease)
- ... doctor if you think you may have signs or symptoms of Buerger's disease. It isn't clear what triggers Buerger's disease. It's possible that some people may have a genetic predisposition to the disease. ...
- 7. Teen depression
- (Teen depression)
- ... The cytochrome P450 (CYP450) genotyping test is one example of this type of exam. Genetic testing of this kind can help predict how well the body can or can't process (metabolize) a medication. This may ...
- 8. Intermittent explosive disorder
- (Intermittent explosive disorder)
- ... it more likely for these children to exhibit these same traits as they mature. There may also be a genetic component, causing the disorder to be passed down from parents to children. Additionally, ...
- 9. Von Willebrand disease
- (Von Willebrand disease)
- ... disorder, consider having genetic counseling if you have a family history of this condition and you're planning to have children. If you carry the defective gene for von Willebrand disease, you can pass ...
- 10. Dental Treatment Options for a Cleft Lip
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... is the cleft in the roof of the mouth. Causes of Cleft Lip: How a cleft lip forms is still unknown. However, recent studies have revealed that the cause for cleft lip may be genetic or environmental. ...
- 11. Ulcerative colitis
- (Ulcerative colitis)
- ... if you have a parent or sibling with the disease, scientists suspect that genetic makeup may play a contributing role. However, most people who have ulcerative colitis don't have a family history of this ...
- 12. COPD
- (COPD)
- ... people are at least 40 years old when symptoms begin. Genetics. A rare genetic disorder known as alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency is the source of a few cases of COPD. Researchers suspect that other genetic ...
- 13. Triple X syndrome
- (Triple X syndrome)
- ... only an X chromosome, but your father can pass on an X or a Y chromosome. If you receive an X chromosome from your father, the XX pair makes you genetically a female. If you receive a Y chromosome from ...
- 14. Throat cancer
- (Throat cancer)
- ... in your throat develop genetic mutations. These mutations cause cells to grow uncontrollably and continue living after healthy cells would normally die. The accumulating cells can form a tumor in your ...
- 15. Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
- (Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) )
- ... Abuse or neglect An imbalance of certain brain chemicals, such as serotonin ODD is a complex problem involving a variety of influences, circumstances and genetic components. There's no single ...
- 16. Obesity
- (Obesity)
- ... In some cases, prescription medications or weight-loss surgery may be options. Although there are genetic and hormonal influences on body weight, obesity occurs when you take in more calories than ...
- 17. Heart attack
- (Heart attack )
- ... your siblings, parents or grandparents have had heart attacks, you may be at increased risk. Your family may have a genetic condition that raises unwanted blood cholesterol levels. High blood pressure ...
- 18. Mental illness
- (Mental illness)
- ... There's no specific identifiable cause of mental illness. Mental illnesses, in general, are thought to be caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors: Inherited traits. Mental ...
- 19. Atypical hyperplasia of the breast
- (Atypical hyperplasia of the breast)
- ... I need to follow? Should I see a breast health specialist? What will that cost, and will my insurance cover it? Should I consider genetic counseling? Are there any brochures or other printed material ...
- 20. Atypical depression
- (Atypical depression)
- ... side effects. Genetic tests are new, so they aren't widely used yet. It isn't clear how well they work to predict which antidepressant is likely to work best. Antidepressants and pregnancy If you're ...
