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https://youtu.be/vlkCDhjs7EM

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CMT hereditary neuropathy is the most common inherited neurological disorder affecting more than 250,000 Americans. Since this condition is frequently undiagnosed, misdiagnosed or diagnosed very late in life, the true number of affected persons may be higher.

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The pattern of inheritance varies with the type of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. CMT1, most cases of CMT2, and most intermediate forms are inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern. This pattern of inheritance means that one copy of the altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder. In most cases, an affected person has one affected parent.

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Type X Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMTX) is caused by mutations in a gene on the X chromosome, one of the two sex chromosomes. ... Depending on the specific gene that is altered, this severe, early onset form of the disorder may also be classified as CMT1 or CMT4. CMTX5 is also known as Rosenberg-Chutorian syndrome.

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1. Brush your teeth. Brushing after meals helps remove food debris and plaque trapped between your teeth and gums. ...

2. Floss. ...

3. Swish with mouthwash. ...

4. Know your risk. ...

5. See a periodontist.

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Muscular: abnormality walking, flaccid muscles, lack of coordination, muscle weakness, rhythmic muscle contractions, or loss of muscle

Foot: hammer toe, high foot arches, constantly walking on tip toe, or difficulty raising the foot

Sensory: pins and needles or reduced sensation of touch

Also common: balance disorder, hand contractures, slow reflexes, or tremor

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The main treatments are physical therapy and occupational therapy. Medications may reduce pain.

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https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/.../Charcot-Marie-Tooth-Disease-Fact-Sheet

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Muscle weakness, decreased muscle size, decreased sensation, hammertoes, and high arches are symptoms.

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Some people never realize they have the disorder, but most have a moderate amount of physical disability. A small percentage of people experience severe weakness or other problems which, in rare cases, can be life-threatening. In most affected individuals, however, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease does not affect life expectancy.