Degenerative Developmental Disabilities
Rett Syndrome is just one example of degenerative developmental disabilities - birth defects that have lasting effect on a child's life. The disability may not be evident until the child gets beyond infancy - and can cause a range of physical and mental problems. Some children lose certain skills, especially communication skills - as occurs with Rett Syndrome. Special therapies can help, as well as special education classes and counseling.
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- Q Is there a cure for degenerative developmental disabilities?
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Degenerative developmental disabilities are caused by a variety of birth defects, including genetic mutations. Although research is ongoing, right now there is no cure for many of these disorders, including Rett syndrome. Full Answer
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- Q How do medications treat degenerative developmental disabilities?
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Most forms of degenerative developmental disabilities cannot be treated by medications. However, if the underlying cause of a degenerative developmental disability is a metabolic disorder, the progression of the disorder may be stopped or... Full Answer
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- Q What are the treatment options for degenerative developmental disabilities?
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Treatment options for degenerative developmental disabilities depend on a specific child's symptoms and difficulties. A combination of speech therapy and physical therapy are often used, as well as nutritional advice. In some cases, medications may be... Full Answer
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- Q What are the symptoms of degenerative developmental disabilities?
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Symptoms of degenerative developmental disabilities usually emerge as children grow. Children may begin life with normal abilities. As they get older, they begin to lose some of the abilities they once had. The disability may include mental and physical... Full Answer
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- Q Should I ask a doctor about degenerative developmental disability symptoms?
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If you suspect that your child may have one of the degenerative developmental disabilities, you should talk to your doctor. Early diagnosis can lead to more successful treatment. Signs of degenerative developmental disabilities may include suddenly... Full Answer
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- Q What is the rate of incidence of degenerative developmental disabilities?
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Degenerative developmental disabilities are relatively uncommon. For example, Rett syndrome is diagnosed in about one child per 10,000 to 20,000. Other developmental disabilities, such as autism, are more common. Full Answer
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- Q Can degenerative developmental disabilities be prevented?
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The causes of degenerative developmental disabilities vary and are related to birth defects and genetic changes, so in most cases these disorders cannot be effectively prevented. However, early diagnosis may lead to a more effective treatment plan. Many... Full Answer
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- Q What are degenerative developmental disabilities?
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The causes of degenerative developmental disabilities vary. They may be caused by metabolic disorders. They may be caused by genetic defects. Rett syndrome, one degenerative developmental disability, is caused by a gene mutation that causes problems in... Full Answer
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- Q Are degenerative developmental disabilities serious?
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The symptoms of degenerative developmental disabilities can be mild or severe. For example, some children with Rett syndrome may not lose all of their language ability, while others lose this ability along with control over their hands and other motor... Full Answer
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