What is trisomy 18?
Trisomy 18 is a genetic disorder in which a person is born with a third copy of material from chromosome 18, instead of the usual two copies. This genetic defect is is characterized by heart defects, kidney problems, gastrointestinal abnormalities, rocker bottom feet, and delayed growth.
How do members experience trisomy 18?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with trisomy 18*
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Top treatments taken by people for trisomy 18*
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Who has trisomy 18 on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 2 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | |
| Female | 3 |
Talk to people with trisomy 18
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