#AutismAwareness Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is the most common known cause of intellectual disability (formerly referred to as mental retardation) that can be inherited, that is passed from parent to child. It is estimated that FXS affects about 1 in 4,000 boys and 1 in 6,000 to 8,000 girls. Both boys and girls can have FXS, but girls usually are more mildly affected. This symptoms are very similar to ASD , however they have some physical characteristics ■ A large head ■ A long face ■ Prominent ears, chin, and forehead ■ Flexible joints ■ Flat feet ■ Macroorchidism (enlarged testicles in males; more obvious after puberty) These physical features tend to become more noticeable as the child gets older.If you or your doctor think there could be a problem, the doctor can order a blood test for FXS or refer you to a developmental specialist or geneticist, or both.
Posted on: Fri, 11 Apr 2014 15:54:48 +0000
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