Genetics of weight gain in people on autism spectrum disorder medicine What is autism spectrum disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others. The disorder also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior. The term Read more…
Genetics of interstitial lung disease What is interstitial lung disease? Interstitial (pronounced as in-tur-STISH-ul) lung disease (ILD) describes a large group of disorders. Most of these diseases cause scarring of lung tissue that can get worse over time. The scarring affects your ability to breathe and get enough oxygen Read more…
Genetics of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis What is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis? Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is a type of arthritis caused by the body’s immune system mistakenly attacking joint cells. This autoimmune disorder is found in children under the age of 16. It can affect any joint, and in severe cases, Read more…
Genetics of Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Adolescents What is Hypertension? Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a serious health condition that affects many people, including children. When a child has hypertension, it means that their blood is pushing against the walls of their blood vessels too Read more…
Genetics of PHACE Syndrome and Evaluating Its Causes. What is PHACE Syndrome? PHACE Syndrome is a rare medical condition that affects the brain and skin in babies and young kids. PHACE is named after the first letter of each feature that defines this condition. PHACE features can be different for Read more…