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Medical Conditions - Genetic Inheritance

Genetic inheritance occurs when the genetic material is passed from the parents to their offspring. They are passed in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). It carries essential information for survival, growth, and reproduction from the parent to the next generation. Defects in genetic inheritance cause genetic disorders.

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Can elderly people with NPC disease join clinical trials?

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How dangerous can untreated hereditary angioedema become?

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Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

What are the treatment options for my mother’s lung cancer?

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Dr. Helena A. Yu

How severe are the bleeding risks for adults with hemophilia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Hemophilia is a rare, inherited blood disorder that causes your blood to clot less, which results in an increased risk of bleeding or bruising.

I have colon cancer. Can genome testing reveal cancer risk?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for reaching out. I understand that a recent colon cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, and it is natural to have questions about treatment and family risk.

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Dr. Muheb Ullah

Dr. Muheb Ullah

Why did I get lung cancer without any risk factors?

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Can genetic risk factors for prostate cancer affect me at 38?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I sympathize for the medical condition of your father. Unfortunately, he has moderate to advanced cancer of the prostate (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Is irregular bleeding a sign of ovarian cancer risk?

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Is a 35-year-old woman at risk of passing cancer genes?

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Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

How does sickle cell inheritance affect our future children?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I believe there might be some confusion in your question regarding the conditions mentioned.

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