Genetic Illnesses

Muscular dystrophy~ Causes muscle weakness and degeneration

Causing: Muscle weakness, Stiff joints, Breathing problems

Huntington’s disease~ Causes nerve cells in the brain to decay over time

Causing: Mood swings & changes, memory loss, fatigue, Memory issues

Cystic fibrosis~ Causes thick, sticky mucus buildup in the lungs and digestive system

Causing~ Frequent lung infections, wheezing, Shortness of breath, Persistent cough

Marfan syndrome~ Effects connective tissues, causing abnormally long limbs

Causing~ Scoliosis, Shortness of breath, Chest & back pain, fatigue

Sickle cell anaemia~ Forces red blood cells into a rigid, sickle shape, causing them to block blood flow

Causing~ Severe pain crisis, Extreme fatigue, Frequent infections, stroke