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Medical Conditions - Consanguineous Transmission

Consanguineous marriage indicates union between couples who are close relatives or cousins. They are genetically related and descended from common ancestors. They cause consanguineous transmissions. The consanguineous union's offsprings have an increased risk of genetic disorders as the expression of an autosomal recessive gene is inherited from their common ancestor.

All consanguineous transmission Q&A

Is it fine to get married to a person with same blood group?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The blood group will not be a problem, but there are chances of high consanguinity.

Is Down's syndrome more common in children born to consanguineous couples?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case, and I understand your concern. Yes, there are more chances of anomalies like Down's syndrome in consanguineous marriage.

My wife gave birth to a dead baby. Is that because we both are cousins?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. In consanguineous marriage, the chance of spread of autosomal recessive disorder and certain congenital malformations is present.

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