Angelman Syndrome by Keren E Arevalo https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j By: Keren en-us 2019-02-21 15:25:14 UTC 2019-03-06 15:55:08 UTC hello@padlet.com What other names are there for Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/333675047 Iv'e been studying  Angelman Syndrome and Angelman Syndrome can be called different other ways such as]]> 2019-02-21 15:27:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/333675047 What causes Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/333682671 Angelman Syndrome is caused by a genetic mutation on chromosome 15. The name of this gene is UBE3A. Normally, people inherit one copy of the gene from each parent, and both copies become active in many areas in the body. Angelman syndrome occurs when only one copy of the gene is active in certain areas of the brain.]]> 2019-02-21 15:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/333682671 What gene or chromosome is affected by Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/334916987  These genetic changes can abnormally turn off (inactivate) UBE3A or other genes on the maternal copy of chromosome 15.]]> 2019-02-25 15:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/334916987 Are there prenatal tests for Angelman syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335949142 Currently, testing for Angelman Syndrome is not routinely included in prenatal testing because the syndrome is so rare.]]> 2019-02-27 15:43:15 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335949142 What are the symptoms for Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335950378
  • Developmental delays, including no crawling or babbling at 6 to 12 months.
  • Intellectual disability.
  • No speech or minimal speech.
  • Difficulty walking, moving or balancing well (ataxia)
  • Frequent smiling and laughter.
  • Happy, excitable personality.

    • ]]>     2019-02-27 15:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335950378     What population is affected? can anyone be a candidate for Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335954558 Affected people typically have no history of the disorder in their family. Rarely, a genetic changeresponsible for Angelman syndrome can be inherited. For example, it is possible for a mutation in the UBE3A gene or in the nearby region of DNA that controls gene activation to be passed from onegeneration to the next.]]> 2019-02-27 15:51:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335954558 How is Angelman Syndrome inherited? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335956812 Most cases of Angelman syndrome are not inherited, particularly those caused by a deletion in the maternalchromosome 15 or by paternal uniparental disomy. Thesegenetic changes occur as random events during the formation of reproductive cells ]]> 2019-02-27 15:54:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335956812 I there any treatment or cures for Angelman Syndrome? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335958505 There is no specific therapy for Angelman syndrome. Medicaltherapy for seizures is usually necessary. Physical and occupationaltherapies, communication therapy, and behavioral therapies are important in allowing individuals with Angelman syndrome to reachtheir maximum developmental potential.]]> 2019-02-27 15:56:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335958505 Could Angelman Syndrome have been prevented? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335959511 There is no way to prevent Angelman syndrome. Angelman syndrome occurs as a result of genetic abnormalities. In most cases, this happens without a known cause. A small percentage of people with Angelman syndrome inherit the disorder.]]> 2019-02-27 15:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/335959511 Can a person that has Angelman Syndromeable to have kids of there own? ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/336651911 The specific symptoms of Angelman syndrome vary from person to person. Individuals with Angelman syndrome will not have all of the symptoms discussed below. ... Children with Angelman syndrome also have significant communication difficulties. Most children do not develop the ability to speak more than a few words.]]> 2019-02-28 21:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/336651911 This is a picture of a child who has Angelman Syndrome ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/338439895 2019-03-06 15:47:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/338439895 This is how Angelman Syndrome looks like ka3383 https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/338442841 2019-03-06 15:52:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ka3383/m1op8d2suy0j/wish/338442841