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What is Rett's syndrome?

Answer 1

Ruby Armstrong

RETT SYNDROME: rett's syndrome is a neurological disorder.

Rett's syndrome is a neurological disorder . It is a genetical disorder . It mostly effects on girls
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- CAUSE: It occurs due to chance mutation of X chromosome .
It is quite dangerous and serious for boys because they have only on X chromosome whereas girls have two X chromosomes .It is noticed in past cases of rett syndrom, that boys with this disease rarely lived.

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- signs and symptoms:
- slow and less growth of brain!
- loss of speech
- sensory problem
- trouble with breathing!!
- grinding of teeth
- movement difficulties

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Answer 2

Clara Atchley

Rett's syndrome is a rare neurological disorder primarily affecting females, characterized by developmental regression, loss of purposeful hand skills, and the development of repetitive hand movements. It is caused by mutations in the MECP2 gene.

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