Alstrom's syndrome
Genes are the building blocks of heredity. They are passed from parent to child. They hold DNA, the instructions for making proteins. Proteins do most of the work in cells. They move molecules from one place to another, build structures, break down toxins, and do many other maintenance jobs.Sometimes there is a mutation, a change in a gene or genes. The mutation changes the gene's instructions for making a protein, so the protein does not work properly or is missing entirely. This can cause a medical condition called a genetic disorder.You can inherit a gene mutation from one or both parents. A mutation can also happen during your lifetime.There are three types of genetic disorders:Single-gene disorders, where a mutation affects one gene. Sickle cell anemia is an example.Chromosomal disorders, where chromosomes (or parts of chromosomes) are missing or changed. Chromosomes are the structures that hold our genes. Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder.Complex disorders, where there are mutations in two or more genes. Often your lifestyle and environment also play a role. Colon cancer is an example.Genetic tests on blood and other tissue can identify genetic disorders.NIH: National Library of Medicine
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29 y F C/o- Constant dry spasmodic cough, nasal blockage,smell and test loss,. Appt- Less Thrst-Less Des- sour, Chilli Avrs- food Sweat- Scanty, Stool- Loose Sleep- Distrub due to cough Mind -Irritable, easily anger Dr suggest your opinion
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A 30 years man with this skin rashes over his right scapular region What is the Dx and Rx Seniors plz guide
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A 27 years married woman suffering with low hemoglobin associated with menorrhagia for 3 years. Blood is profuse, coagulated, dark colour. Hot pt. Appetite-good Craving- cold foods and drinks Thirst- profuse Perspiration- moderate Stool-regular Urine-normal Menses-regular but profuse Mind- Anxious, always in hurry Nervous Weak memory, forgets easily Please respected doctors suggest your views on this case.
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Pain in tongue, often tongue bit. Ill dentures since five years, 52years aged poor women.Tongue swelling, under chin lymph nodes swelling. Teeth are extracted by Dentist in Gov. Hospital. Holding cold water in mouth is amelioration of pain. *Chief Complaints* Pain in tongue. Speaking and eating problem. *History* It occurs three years ago, she treated by Dentist but pain not subside. *Vitals* Anaemic Hb%-9, ESR - 80+, *Physical Examination* Ill dentures dental sharpness causes laceration on tongue, gum infection caused lymph nodes swelling. Glossopharyngeal nerve involved. Tongue swelling causes speaking and eating problem. *Investigations* Need X-ray of gum, but not done. *Diagnosis* Ulceerative Stomatitis I think. *Management* Plantago Q and Merc sol cure swelling tongue, but pain gone by applications of Mullen oil internally and as well as externally. Scar gone by one dose Causticum 1m.
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