Genetic disorders

Pickwickian Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Care

Pickwickian syndrome, also known as Obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS), is a breathing disorder that develops in some obese people. The syndromic disorder is characterized by low oxygen (hypoxia)...

Pompe Disease: Understanding Symptoms & Treatments

What is Pompe Disease? Pompe disease, also referred to as Glycogen Storage Disease Type II (GSDII), is a rare genetic disorder characterized by muscle wasting...

Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa: A Rare Skin Disorder

Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa is a rare hereditary skin disorder that causes the skin, mucous membranes, and nails to become highly fragile. It presents with...

Ichthyosis Vulgaris: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

What is Ichthyosis Vulgaris? Ichthyosis is a skin disease that has many variants. The term "ichthyosis" is derived from the Greek word "ichthys," meaning fish,...

DiGeorge Syndrome: A Closer Look

What is DiGeorge Syndrome? DiGeorge syndrome, also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, is a genetic disease that is present from birth. The main reason...

Crigler Najjar Syndrome: Understanding a Rare Condition

Crigler Najjar syndrome is an inherited disorder in which genetic abnormality causes a poor function of enzymes involved in bilirubin processing, and it leads...