by roshandanielpg@gmail.com | Feb 23, 2025 | Rare Diseases, Updates
Today, we talk about Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)—a genetic eye disorder that causes gradual vision loss. It affects the retina, the part of the eye that senses light. Over time, vision gets worse, especially at night and in dim light. Dr. Roshan Daniel (MBBS, MD, DM...
by roshandanielpg@gmail.com | Feb 22, 2025 | Rare Diseases, Updates
Today, we talk about Alport Syndrome—a genetic condition that affects the kidneys, ears, and eyes. It causes blood in urine, hearing loss, and kidney failure over time. Dr. Roshan Daniel (MBBS, MD, DM Medical Genetics), one of India’s leading medical geneticists, has...
by roshandanielpg@gmail.com | Feb 21, 2025 | Rare Diseases, Updates
Today, we focus on Lynch Syndrome, a genetic condition that increases the risk of certain cancers, especially colon and uterus cancerat a young age. People with Lynch Syndrome often develop cancer before 50 years. Dr. Roshan Daniel (MBBS, MD, DM Medical Genetics), one...
by roshandanielpg@gmail.com | Feb 20, 2025 | Rare Diseases, Updates
Today, we focus on Tay-Sachs Disease, a rare and severe genetic disorder that affects the brain and nervous system. It destroys nerve cells, causing loss of movement, seizures, and vision problems. Dr. Roshan Daniel (MBBS, MD, DM Medical Genetics), one of India’s...
by roshandanielpg@gmail.com | Feb 20, 2025 | Rare Diseases, Updates
Today, we focus on Hunter Syndrome (Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II or MPS II)—a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to break down certain sugars. Over time, these sugars build up in cells, causing progressive damage to organs, bones, and the brain....
