Tag: genetic disorders

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,...

Fabry disease is a type of lysosomal storage disease. It is a rare condition in which the body does not make enough of an...

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...

Dandy-walker malformation is a congenital or inborn brain disorder in which some of your child's brain structures remain underdeveloped (malformed). It results in neurological...

Hyperdontia, also referred to as supernumerary teeth, is a dental condition characterized by additional teeth beyond the normal dentition. In the usual course of...

Edentulism refers to the state of complete tooth loss, where an individual no longer possesses any natural teeth in either the upper (maxillary) or...