Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome
Nasodigitoacoustic Syndrome
Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome (pronunciation: na-so-digi-to-acoustic syndrome) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by abnormalities in the nose, fingers, and hearing.
Etymology
The term "Nasodigitoacoustic" is derived from three Latin words: "naso" meaning nose, "digito" referring to fingers, and "acoustic" relating to hearing.
Symptoms
The syndrome is characterized by the following symptoms:
- Nasal dysplasia: Abnormal development of the nose.
- Digital anomalies: Abnormalities in the fingers.
- Hearing loss: Impaired ability to hear.
Causes
Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome is a genetic disorder. It is caused by mutations in a specific gene, although the exact gene is currently unknown.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome is based on the presence of the characteristic symptoms. Genetic testing may also be used to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment for Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome is symptomatic and supportive. This may include surgical correction of nasal and digital anomalies, as well as hearing aids for hearing loss.
Related Terms
- Genetic disorder: A disease caused by abnormalities in an individual's genetic material.
- Mutation: A change in the DNA sequence that makes up a gene.
- Symptomatic treatment: Treatment aimed at relieving symptoms, but not curing the disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Nasodigitoacoustic syndrome
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