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Dup15q Syndrome

Dup15q syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder with a spectrum of severity. Most patients experience developmental delays, distinct facial features, seizures, and low muscle tone.

Key characteristics and symptoms of Dup15q Syndrome

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

Distinct facial features: Patients with Dup15q have similar facial distinctions that include a button nose, skin folds at the inner corners of the eyes, abnormal ears, and abnormal skin pigmentation.

Developmental delays: Patients with Dup15q are often delayed in their ability to sit up on their own, walk, and speak – some patients are never able to speak.

OTHER COMMON SYMPTOMS

  • Seizures
  • Low muscle tone
  • Behavior problems
  • Feeding problems
  • Constipation

How is Dup15q syndrome diagnosed?

A diagnosis of Dup15q syndrome is suspected based on symptoms but can be confirmed through genetic testing that identifies duplication in part of chromosome 15.

How is Dup15q syndrome treated?

Currently there is no cure for Dup15q syndrome. Patients are treated for their symptoms, not for the underlying cause of the disease. Medications and therapies can be used to alleviate symptoms. Researchers are analyzing patient data to better understand the condition so a cure may be found.

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