Aase syndrome

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aase syndrome - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Aase syndrome is a rare disorder that involves anemia and certain joint and skeletal deformities. ...
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Causes of aase syndrome (Source: MedLinePlus)

Most cases of Aase syndrome occur without a known reason and are not passed down through families (inherited). However, some cases have been shown to be inherited as an autosomal dominant and autosomal recessive traitn. The anemia associated with Aase syndrome is caused by underdevelopment of the bone marrow, which is where blood cells are formed. ... [ read more.. ]

Symptoms of aase syndrome (Source: MedLinePlus)

Absent or small knuckles; Cleft palate; Decreased skin creases at finger joints; Deformed ears; Delayed closure of fontanelles (soft spots); Droopy eye lids; Inability to fully extend the joints from birth ( contracture deformity ); Mildly slowed growth; Narrow shoulders; Pale skin ; Triple-jointed thumbs. ... [ read more.. ]

aase syndrome - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)

Blood transfusions are given in the first year of life to treat anemia. Prednisone has also been used to treat anemia associated with Aase syndrome, but it should only be used after reviewing the benefits and risks with a doctor who has experience treating anemias. A bone marrow transplant may be necessary if other treatment fails. ... [ read more.. ]

Further Reading on aase syndrome

Aase-Smith syndrome I ( eMedicineHealth ) Aase-Smith syndrome II ( eMedicineHealth ) Syndrome, Aase-Smith I ( eMedicineHealth ) Syndrome, Aase-Smith II ( eMedicineHealth ) Aase-Smith syndrome I ( MedicineNet ) Aase-Smith syndrome II ( MedicineNet ) Syndrome, Aase-Smith I ( MedicineNet ) Syndrome, Aase-Smith II ( MedicineNet )

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