There are numerous genetic disorders, but here are some of the more common ones:
⏩Down syndrome:
It is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, it results in intellectual disability and developmental delays.
⏩Cystic fibrosis:
A disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, causing difficulty breathing and frequent infections.
⏩Sickle cell anemia:
A genetic condition that affects the red blood cells and can cause pain, anemia, and organ damage.
⏩Huntington's disease:
A progressive brain disorder that affects movement, cognition, and behavior.
⏩Hemophilia:
A disorder in which the blood does not clot properly, leading to excessive bleeding.
⏩Tay-Sachs disease:
A rare disorder that affects the nervous system, causing developmental delays and eventually leading to death.
⏩Muscular dystrophy:
A group of genetic disorders that affect the muscles and can cause weakness and difficulty moving.
⏩Phenylketonuria (PKU):
A condition in which the body cannot properly process an amino acid called phenylalanine, leading to intellectual disability if not treated.
⏩Fragile X syndrome:
A genetic disorder that affects the development of the brain and can cause intellectual disability and behavioral problems.
⏩Turner syndrome:
A genetic disorder that affects females, causing developmental delays, short stature, and infertility.