Tag: prevalence statistics

  • Gangliosidosis GM2 Type 2

    Gangliosidosis GM2 Type 2 Definition and Description of Gangliosidosis GM2 Type 2 Gangliosidosis GM2 Type 2, also known as Tay-Sachs disease, is a genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to break down certain fats known as gangliosides. This condition is caused by a deficiency in the enzyme Hexosaminidase A (Hex-A), which is essential for…

  • Familial Lichen Amyloidosis (Type IX)

    Familial Lichen Amyloidosis (Type IX) Definition and Description of Familial Lichen Amyloidosis (Type IX) Familial Lichen Amyloidosis (Type IX) is a rare genetic condition characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in the skin, leading to distinctive skin lesions. It is classified under the umbrella of lichen amyloidosis, which can present in various forms. This…

  • Erectile Dysfunction

    Erectile Dysfunction Definition and Description of Erectile Dysfunction Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a medical condition characterized by the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. The condition can affect men of all ages but becomes more prevalent with increasing age. Medical definitions refer to ED as a long-term problem that…

  • Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin type

    Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin type Definition and Description of Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin type Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin type, is a genetic disorder characterized by the abnormal development of ectodermal structures. It primarily affects the skin, hair, nails, and teeth, resulting in a variety of physical anomalies. This type of ectodermal dysplasia is hereditary and often leads to…

  • Arteriovenous Malformation

    Arteriovenous Malformation Definition and Description of Arteriovenous Malformation Arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a rare vascular condition characterized by an abnormal tangle of blood vessels connecting arteries and veins. In a healthy circulatory system, arteries transport oxygen-rich blood from the heart to various parts of the body, while veins return oxygen-poor blood to the heart. In…