by Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 25, 2025 | Rare Diseases
Today, we focus on Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA)—a rare genetic condition that affects the brain and nervous system. It causes problems with balance, movement, and coordination. Over time, it can make walking, talking, and doing daily activities harder. Dr. Roshan...
by Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 25, 2025 | Rare Diseases
Today, we are talking about Klinefelter Syndrome, a genetic condition that affects boys and men. It happens when a male is born with an extra X chromosome, making the total XXY instead of the usual XY. This extra chromosome can lead to low testosterone levels, which...
by Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 23, 2025 | Rare Diseases
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 Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 22, 2025 | Rare Diseases
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 Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 21, 2025 | Cancer Genetics, Rare Diseases
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 Genetidoc Content Team | Feb 20, 2025 | Rare Diseases
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...
