ATRX mutations substantially contribute to the pathogenesis of ATRX syndrome and are frequently detected in gliomas ... including recurrent distortions such as gain of 17q and loss of 11q, 2p, and 1p, ...

Metabolic syndrome, also known as insulin resistance syndrome or syndrome X, happens when you have a group of health conditions that put you at a greater risk of developing heart disease ...

Tourette syndrome is a neurological (nervous system) tic disorder. It causes people to make sudden movements or sounds they can’t control. These are called tics. For example, someone with ...

In 2022, Dion announced that she was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that causes muscle spasms and impacts her ability to sing. At the time, Dion canceled all of ...

Dandy-Walker syndrome, also known as the Dandy-Walker malformation, is a rare, congenital hydrocephalus (a buildup of fluid in the brain) that affects the cerebellum portion of the brain. The ...

While not a disease in itself, Sundowning Syndrome is a common pattern of behavior to watch for in seniors (most commonly with dementia) at a specific time of day. Some experts suspect it’s caused by ...

What is Lambert-Eaton syndrome? Lambert-Eaton syndrome is also known as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. It is a rare, autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the neuromuscular ...

What is staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome in children? Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS) is a serious skin infection. The infection causes peeling skin over large parts of the body. It ...