Understanding Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

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Site description: Information on signs and symptoms of this disorder, as well as risk factors and treatment.




Topic: Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Alpha-1_Antitrypsin_Deficiency

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Previous 270MedicineNet.com : Alkaptonuriahttp://www.medicinenet.com/Script/Main/Art.asp?li=MNI&ArticleKey=7804 MedicineNet.com : AlkaptonuriaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Alkaptonuria An article about this disease beginning with an explanation as to what it is, followed by how it is inherited, how it affects the joints, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Other resource N0 Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man - Xeroderma Pigmentosumhttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/dispomim.cgi?id=278700 Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man - Xeroderma PigmentosumTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Xeroderma_Pigmentosum Includes summaries of genetic research results and citations.
Other resource N1 Williams Syndrome Associationhttp://www.williams-syndrome.org/ Williams Syndrome AssociationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Williams_Syndrome A rare genetic condition (estimated to occur in 1/20,000 births) which causes medical and developmental problems.
Other resource N2 Williams Syndromehttp://geocities.com/williamssyndrome/index.html Williams SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Williams_Syndrome About the author's daughter, Sereena Celeste Beech, who has this syndrome.
Other resource N3 NORD : Williams Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Williams%20Syndrome NORD : Williams SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Williams_Syndrome Offers alternative names, a general discussion and resources.
Other resource N4 Alagille Syndrome Alliancehttp://www.alagille.org/ Alagille Syndrome AllianceTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Alagille_Syndrome Worldwide support network for people who care about people with alagille syndrome.
Other resource N5 NORD: Alagille Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Alagille%20Syndrome NORD: Alagille SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Alagille_Syndrome The synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N6 CF Advantagehttp://wsrv.clas.virginia.edu/~rjh9u/cysfib.html CF AdvantageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis The mutation that causes deadly cystic fibrosis has survived for 52,000 years - perhaps because it offers protection against diarrhea. By Josie Clausiusz
Other resource N7 MyCysticFibrosis.comhttp://www.mycysticfibrosis.com MyCysticFibrosis.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Personal management tools to help track important health measures, together with in-depth articles and personal support from site specialists. Members can share data with caregivers and their healthcare team.
Other resource N8 Cystic Fibrosis Health FactSheethttp://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/Mosby_factsheets/Cystic_fibrosis.html Cystic Fibrosis Health FactSheetTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Concise factsheet on causes, symptoms and treatment of cystic fibrosis, this factsheet can also be downloaded in Acrobat format
Other resource N9 The Breathing Roomhttp://www.thebreathingroom.org The Breathing RoomTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Guidance about the art of living with cystic fibrosis.
Other resource N10 Jewish Genetic Diseases - Cystic Fibrosishttp://www.mazornet.com/genetics/cystic_fibrosis.asp Jewish Genetic Diseases - Cystic FibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Page with basic information on Cystic Fibrosis: symptoms, incidence in people of Jewish descent (Ashkenazi Jews), diagnosis, treatment, and screening.
Other resource N11 Cindy's Friendshttp://www.cindys-friends.com Cindy's FriendsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Information about the disease, progress being made towards a cure, and fundraising efforts in Tennessee.
Other resource N12 Cystic Fibrosis Resource Centrehttp://www.cysticfibrosis.co.uk Cystic Fibrosis Resource CentreTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis A source of information for cystic fibrosis patients, parents, doctors and other carers.
Other resource N13 A-Z Directory of Cystic Fibrosis Resourceshttp://www.cellscience.com/CFmain.html A-Z Directory of Cystic Fibrosis ResourcesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis Biomedical directory with listings of hospitals, charities, research, and information by topic and location.
Other resource N14 University Place Professional Firefighters Union Local 2105 Fund-Raiserhttp://www.piercefire.org/up/new_page_4.htm University Place Professional Firefighters Union Local 2105 Fund-RaiserTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Fund-Raisers Proud sponsor and an active fund-raiser for the Cystic Fibrosis foundation for 5 years - there are two annual events - Pizza Take Over Night at the Round Table Pizza Parlor on Bridgeport Way and Tee-Shirt sale.
Other resource N15 Richard Shannon Lung Transplant Fundhttp://www.shannonlungs.org/index.html Richard Shannon Lung Transplant FundTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Fund-Raisers Richard Shannon has Cystic Fibrosis. He is on the list for a lung transplant. A fund raiser is ongoing to pay for expenses beyond what insurance covers. Prayers and contributions are helpful.
Other resource N16 Academy Galahttp://www.academygala.com Academy GalaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Fund-Raisers Information about this annual Hollywood event. Proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Other resource N17 Music for Harryhttp://www.musicforharry.org.uk Music for HarryTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Fund-Raisers Describes charity music projects which raise money for children with cystic fibrosis. Made a donation online.
Other resource N18 The Cystic Fibrosis Center Ltd, Dead Sea, Israelhttp://www.cfcenter.co.il/ The Cystic Fibrosis Center Ltd, Dead Sea, IsraelTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Camps Seasonal health camp on the Dead Sea. Information on staff, programs, photo gallery and newsletter.
Other resource N19 CF Rules OKhttp://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Pat_and_John_Cuckney/ CF Rules OKTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Mother of a girl with CF has published a book which describes the story of her daughter's life with Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N20 If You Ask James...http://azcowboy88.tripod.com/askjames/ If You Ask James...Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages The personal website of a 31 year old man with CF. It provides current information about Cystic Fibrosis and links to other helpful sites.
Other resource N21 Lungs for Shawnhttp://www.geocities.com/atmshawn/ Lungs for ShawnTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site about Shawn Hunter a 27 year-old man with CF who is waiting for a double lung transplant. Includes a journal of what is happening with Shawn.
Other resource N22 cystic fibrosishttp://members.aol.com/JAW060664/html/cf.html cystic fibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site for those wanting to learn about end stage. Not for someone whose child has been recently diagnosed. By a woman waiting for a lung transplant.
Other resource N23 Cindy Lynn's Home Pagehttp://crayzray.tripod.com/clpage/cl.htm Cindy Lynn's Home PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site by girl with CF. Includes her hobbies, favorite music, favorite books and diagnosis story.
Other resource N24 Sprinkle Triplets Home Pagehttp://www.mounet.com/~eaowyn/ Sprinkle Triplets Home PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site for a set of triplets one has CF.
Other resource N25 Janet Lynn Rippee personal pagehttp://49987868.home.icq.com/Janet.html Janet Lynn Rippee personal pageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Page for a little girl with cystic fibrosis.
Other resource N26 Cystic Fibrosishttp://members.tripod.com/~blackwolf54/index.html Cystic FibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Personal page by an aunt for her neice with CF.
Other resource N27 Mel Kotlyarhttp://www.my2by2.net/shop4cf/now.html Mel KotlyarTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Personal page by a man with CF. Includes links to shop at various stores with a percent of the proceeds of sales going to the CFF.
Other resource N28 Crista Lint-Kloppenburghttp://www.lintje.com/cfeng.htm Crista Lint-KloppenburgTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site by a Dutch woman with Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N29 David's Pageshttp://www.the-thornes.com/davids.htm David's PagesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site by an English man with Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N30 CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOR KIDShttp://members.tripod.com/~jtatton/index.html CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOR KIDSTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages This site is for children with cystic fibrosis designed by a man from the Netherlands with CF.
Other resource N31 Sarah Yourmanhttp://www.sarahyourman.com/ Sarah YourmanTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages Site by a girl with CF and Diabetes.
Other resource N32 Page for Someone Special to Us Allhttp://www.angelfire.com/pa3/jenjen24/ Page for Someone Special to Us AllTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages/Memorials Memorial page for woman with CF.
Other resource N33 Cute Petite Chic - A Cystic Fibrosis Webhttp://www.cuteptchic.com Cute Petite Chic - A Cystic Fibrosis WebTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages/Memorials Basic information with good description of sweat test, memorial page for a girl lost to CF at age 9, details of her last days and link to give in her memory through Great Strides.
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Other resource N35 In Loving Memory of Angie Ekwallhttp://www.geocities.com/angelassixtyfiveroses/ In Loving Memory of Angie EkwallTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages/Memorials A memorial site for Angela Ekwall, who lost her life at age 20 to cystic fibrosis.
Other resource N36 Susy Dirr's Web Pagehttp://members.aol.com/pretzel20/ Susy Dirr's Web PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Personal_Pages/Post_Transplant Site about a woman with CF who underwent a lung transplant.
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Other resource N39 Cystic Fibrosis Clinical and Research Center - Seattlehttp://depts.washington.edu/cfcenter Cystic Fibrosis Clinical and Research Center - SeattleTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Medical_Facilities University of Washington CF Center. Information on Cf Research Development Program, Core Center for Gene Therapy, Clinic, Research Trials, current events and staff.
Other resource N40 UCLA CF Clinichttp://www.healthcare.ucla.edu/handbook/program.asp?version=5619&programid=79 UCLA CF ClinicTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Medical_Facilities Contact information of Cystic Fibrosis clinic at UCLA.
Other resource N41 Michigan Pulmonary Disease Community, Inc.http://www.mpdci.org Michigan Pulmonary Disease Community, Inc.Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Support_Groups Organization dedicated to enhancing lives of children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N42 Cystic Fibrosis Communityhttp://community.healingwell.com/community/?f=18 Cystic Fibrosis CommunityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Support_Groups Active message board and chat for caregivers and individuals with Cystic Fibrosis. Share support, give advice, offer coping skills. Moderated by volunteers.
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Other resource N44 About TOBI and the Management of Cystic Fibrosishttp://www.abouttobi.com About TOBI and the Management of Cystic FibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Pharmaceuticals_and_Supplies Information on Tobramycin Solution for Inhalation (TOBI) for pseudomonas infection, by pharmaceutical agency.
Other resource N45 Pulmozyme.comhttp://www.pulmozyme.com Pulmozyme.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Pharmaceuticals_and_Supplies Cystic fibrosis information, symptoms, and treatments. Pulmozyme (dornase alfa) inhalation solution, from Genentech, Inc.
Other resource N46 Pre-implantation, Pre-natal and Newborn Screening for CFhttp://personal.nbnet.nb.ca/normap/screening.htm Pre-implantation, Pre-natal and Newborn Screening for CFTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Testing Details the tests available for fetuses and newborns for early Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis.
Other resource N47 American Medical Association: Cystic Fibrosis Testinghttp://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/9181.html American Medical Association: Cystic Fibrosis TestingTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Testing/Genetic Information on genetic testing to identify people who carry the mutation associated with this condition.
Other resource N48 Neonatal Cystic Fibrosis Screeninghttp://health.allrefer.com/health/neonatal-cystic-fibrosis-screening-info.html Neonatal Cystic Fibrosis ScreeningTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Testing/Diagnostic Information sheets on testing for immunoreactive trypsinogen to diagnose CF in infants. Test description, preparation, risks, expectations, special considerations, normal and abnormal values, and evaluation of results.
Other resource N49 Cystic Fibrosis Nurses: the International Specialist Grouphttp://www.cfnurses.net Cystic Fibrosis Nurses: the International Specialist GroupTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Organization whose goals include setting and promoting high standards of nursing practice in the treatment of persons with Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N50 Cystic Fibrosis Worldwidehttp://www.iacfa.org/ Cystic Fibrosis WorldwideTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations International Association of Cystic Fibrosis Adults web site and International Cystic Fibrosis Mucoviscidosis Association.
Other resource N51 National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Committee (NCFAC)http://www.cfawareness.org/ National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Committee (NCFAC)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Helps to advance the public awareness of the genetic disease. Site includes mission statement and message board.
Other resource N52 CCFF Sudbury Chapterhttp://www.cyberbeach.net/~cf CCFF Sudbury ChapterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Website of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Sudbury Chapter. Provides information on local events and information about Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N53 Lungs for Life Foundationhttp://Lungsforlife.org/ Lungs for Life FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Provides financial assistance to cystic fibrosis and lung transplant patients.
Other resource N54 The Victoria Foundationhttp://members.lycos.co.uk/victoriafoundation/ The Victoria FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Helps young adults with Cystic Fibrosis and assist parents in caring for their son or daughter at home, with the support of the Southampton CF adult team.
Other resource N55 Elizabeth Nash Foundationhttp://elizabethnashfoundation.org Elizabeth Nash FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations Supports causes reflective of Elizabeth Nash's interests and values with a specific emphasis on efforts that improve the lives of those affected by Cystic Fibrosis.
Other resource N56 The Genentech Endowment for Cystic Fibrosishttp://www.genentechcfendowment.org The Genentech Endowment for Cystic FibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Organizations An independent, non-profit endowment dedicated to expanding access to Pulmozyme® (dornase alpha) therapy to qualifying un-insured and under-insured CF patients. Find the eligibility and how to apply.
Other resource N57 BioSpace News: Cystic fibrosishttp://www.biospace.com/news_rxtarget.cfm?RxTargetID=63 BioSpace News: Cystic fibrosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/News_and_Media News on new developments with Cystic Fibrosis. Kept in an easy to use format with up-to-date links.
Other resource N58 Sharktank.orghttp://www.sharktank.org Sharktank.orgTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Research Dedicated research for a cure for cystic fibrosis.
Other resource N59 AIR-CFhttp://www.air-cf.com AIR-CFTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cystic_Fibrosis/Research Information resource for the Aztreonam Lysinate for Inhalation Research in Cystic Fibrosis clinical trials.
Other resource N60 Hemochromatosis Education and Researchhttp://www.uwgi.org/hemochromatosis Hemochromatosis Education and ResearchTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Provides education, information and resources for health care providers, patients, and relatives of people with hereditary hemochromatosis.
Other resource N61 Iron Overload, Public Health and Geneticshttp://www.acponline.org/journals/annals/01dec98/supptoc.htm Iron Overload, Public Health and GeneticsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis A supplement to the Annals of Internal Medicine with articles about hemochromatosis.
Other resource N62 Canadian Hemochromatosis Societyhttp://www.cdnhemochromatosis.ca/ Canadian Hemochromatosis SocietyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Information about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of hemochromatosis.
Other resource N63 Omim: Hemochromatosishttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/htbin-post/Omim/dispmim?235200 Omim: HemochromatosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Detailed up-to-date scientific information on hemochromatosis.
Other resource N64 Haemochromatosis Society UKhttp://www.ghsoc.org/ Haemochromatosis Society UKTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Voluntary organisation for patients in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Other resource N65 Hemochromatosis Information Societyhttp://www.hemoinfo.org Hemochromatosis Information SocietyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Offers information about the symptoms and treatment of hereditary hemochromatosis.
Other resource N66 IPH-Nethttp://iphnet.tripod.com IPH-NetTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Hemochromatosis Resources and information about Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis, a very rare lung disorder affecting children and adults.
Other resource N67 National Library of Medicine: Joubert syndromehttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/jablonski/syndromes/syndrome375.html National Library of Medicine: Joubert syndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Joubert_Syndrome Synonyms, a summary and a list of major features for this disorder.
Other resource N68 The Genetics of Joubert Syndrome and Related Disordershttp://www.ccm.ucsd.edu/jsrd.htm The Genetics of Joubert Syndrome and Related DisordersTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Joubert_Syndrome Information is presented for both physicians and families with affected children, including disease description, treatment options, prognosis, and current research.
Other resource N69 MedicineNethttp://www.medicinenet.com/Script/Main/Art.asp?li=MNI&ArticleKey=3382 MedicineNetTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Familial_Hypercholesterolemia A brief article about familial hypercholesterolemia.
Other resource N70 NORD: Crigler Najjar Syndrome Type Ihttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Crigler%20Najjar%20Syndrome%20Type%20I NORD: Crigler Najjar Syndrome Type ITop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Crigler-Najjar_Syndrome General information and further resources.
Other resource N71 NINDS: Coffin Lowry Syndromehttp://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/coffin_lowry.htm NINDS: Coffin Lowry SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Coffin_Lowry_Syndrome Information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Other resource N72 Klinefelter Syndrome Supporthttp://klinefeltersyndrome.org Klinefelter Syndrome SupportTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Klinefelter_Syndrome Educational and support information about Klinefelter Syndrome/XXY and its variants.
Other resource N73 Klinefelter's Syndrome gynecomastiahttp://www.plasticsurgery4u.com/procedure_folder/male_breast4.html Klinefelter's Syndrome gynecomastiaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Klinefelter_Syndrome Male chest recontouring for large male breasts (gynecomastia) found in Klinefelter's Syndrome with surgical reduction by excision and liposuction. Before and after photographs, links, movies, and patient question and answer boards.
Other resource N74 American Association for Klinefelter Syndrome Information and Support (AAKSIS)http://www.AAKSIS.org/ American Association for Klinefelter Syndrome Information and Support (AAKSIS)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Klinefelter_Syndrome Email list, conference, membership, newsletter, regional groups and resource links.
Other resource N75 My Klinefelter's Syndrome Pagehttp://www.geocities.com/WestHollywood/Castro/4998/klinefel.html My Klinefelter's Syndrome PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Klinefelter_Syndrome David Brager's story, with information about Klinefelter's.
Other resource N76 Klinefelter Syndrome - The Ohio Support Networkhttp://www.klinefelter-ohio.com Klinefelter Syndrome - The Ohio Support NetworkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Klinefelter_Syndrome Specific health and educational resources for Ohio KS individuals and their families. Links to local and national healthcare, ongoing research, conferences, and support meetings.
Other resource N77 The CaF Directoryhttp://www.cafamily.org.uk/Direct/b12.html The CaF DirectoryTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Beckwith-Wiedemann_Syndrome A description of beckwith-wiedemann syndrome, features, and possible complications. Also information about a support group.
Other resource N78 Adam.com: An Overviewhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001186.htm Adam.com: An OverviewTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Beckwith-Wiedemann_Syndrome A definition of beckwith-wiedemann syndrome, along with a look at the alternate names, causes, incidence and risk factors.
Other resource N79 Beckwith-Wiedemann Support Grouphttp://www.ukindex.info/bwsg Beckwith-Wiedemann Support GroupTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Beckwith-Wiedemann_Syndrome UK based support group. Offers a database of information and puts parents in contact with others in their locality.
Other resource N80 National Library of Medicine: FHShttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/jablonski/syndromes/syndrome300.html National Library of Medicine: FHSTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Floating-Harbor_Syndrome Floating-harbor syndrome, the synonyms, a summary and a list of major features.

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