How do you say Henoch Schönlein purpura?
Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HEH-nok SHOON-line PURR-pyuh-ruh) is a condition that makes small blood vessels get swollen and irritated.
What are the symptoms of ataxia telangiectasia?
Symptoms include:
- Decreased coordination of movements (ataxia) in late childhood that can include ataxic gait (cerebellar ataxia), jerky gait, unsteadiness.
- Decreasing mental development, slows or stops after age 10 to 12.
- Delayed walking.
- Discoloration of skin areas exposed to sunlight.
How do you pronounce claviceps?
claviceps purpurea Pronunciation. clav·i·cep·s pur·purea.
Is there a cure for Ataxia telangiectasia?
There is no cure for A-T at this time. The cloning and sequencing of the gene (named ATM, for ataxia telangiectasia, mutated) has opened several avenues of research to develop better treatment, including: Gene therapy The design of drugs to correct the function of the altered protein Direct replacement of the functional protein.
What is telangiectasia with relation to rosacea?
What is telangiectasia with relation to rosacea? Telangiectasia is the term used to describe visible blood vessels beneath your skin. It is commonly associated with rosacea and may become worse over time. In some rosacea cases, the effects of telangiectasia may be permanent.
What does telangiectasia, hereditary hemorrhagic mean?
Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (tuh-lan-jee-uk-TAY-zhuh) is an inherited disorder that causes abnormal connections , called arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), to develop between arteries and veins. The most common locations affected are the nose, lungs, brain and liver.
Can ataxia telangiectasia be prevented?
Since ataxia is the sign of an underlying disease, it may not necessarily be preventable. However, avoiding external causes of ataxia (environmental chemicals and toxins) may prevent some individuals from developing ataxia. Currently, genetic causes are not preventable.