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[[File:Autosomal_dominant_-_en.svg|Autosomal dominant - en|thumb]] '''Feingold syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of physical abnormalities and developmental delays. It is also known as '''Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome'''. The syndrome is named after Dr. Murray Feingold, who first described the condition.
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{{Infobox medical condition
| name            = Feingold syndrome
| image          = [[File:Autosomal_dominant_-_en.svg|200px]]
| caption        = [[Autosomal dominant]] is the [[inheritance pattern]] of this condition
| synonyms        = Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome
| pronounce      =
| specialty      = [[Medical genetics]]
| symptoms        = [[Microcephaly]], [[digital anomalies]], [[esophageal atresia]], [[duodenal atresia]]
| onset          = [[Congenital]]
| duration        = Lifelong
| causes          = [[Genetic mutation]] in the [[MYCN]] gene
| risks          = Family history of the condition
| diagnosis      = [[Genetic testing]], [[clinical evaluation]]
| differential    = [[VACTERL association]], [[CHARGE syndrome]]
| treatment      = [[Symptomatic treatment]], [[surgical intervention]]
| medication      =
| prognosis      = Variable, depending on severity of symptoms
| frequency      = Rare
| deaths          =
}}
'''Feingold syndrome''' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of physical abnormalities and developmental delays. It is also known as '''Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome'''. The syndrome is named after Dr. Murray Feingold, who first described the condition.
== Presentation ==
== Presentation ==
Individuals with Feingold syndrome typically present with a range of congenital anomalies. Common features include:
Individuals with Feingold syndrome typically present with a range of congenital anomalies. Common features include:
* [[Microcephaly]] (small head size)
* [[Microcephaly]] (small head size)
* [[Brachydactyly]] (short fingers and toes)
* [[Brachydactyly]] (short fingers and toes)
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* [[Duodenal atresia]] (a congenital condition where the duodenum is closed off rather than being a tube)
* [[Duodenal atresia]] (a congenital condition where the duodenum is closed off rather than being a tube)
* [[Learning disabilities]] and developmental delays
* [[Learning disabilities]] and developmental delays
== Genetics ==
== Genetics ==
Feingold syndrome is primarily caused by mutations in the [[MYCN]] gene, which plays a crucial role in cell growth and development. The condition is inherited in an [[autosomal dominant]] manner, meaning that only one copy of the mutated gene is necessary for the disorder to be present.
Feingold syndrome is primarily caused by mutations in the [[MYCN]] gene, which plays a crucial role in cell growth and development. The condition is inherited in an [[autosomal dominant]] manner, meaning that only one copy of the mutated gene is necessary for the disorder to be present.
== Diagnosis ==
== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of Feingold syndrome is based on clinical evaluation, identification of characteristic physical features, and genetic testing to confirm mutations in the MYCN gene. Prenatal diagnosis may be possible through genetic testing if there is a known family history of the disorder.
Diagnosis of Feingold syndrome is based on clinical evaluation, identification of characteristic physical features, and genetic testing to confirm mutations in the MYCN gene. Prenatal diagnosis may be possible through genetic testing if there is a known family history of the disorder.
== Management ==
== Management ==
There is no cure for Feingold syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:
There is no cure for Feingold syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:
* Surgical correction of [[esophageal atresia]] and [[duodenal atresia]]
* Surgical correction of [[esophageal atresia]] and [[duodenal atresia]]
* Physical therapy and occupational therapy to address developmental delays
* Physical therapy and occupational therapy to address developmental delays
* Special education services to support learning disabilities
* Special education services to support learning disabilities
== Epidemiology ==
== Epidemiology ==
Feingold syndrome is a rare condition, and its exact prevalence is unknown. It affects both males and females equally.
Feingold syndrome is a rare condition, and its exact prevalence is unknown. It affects both males and females equally.
== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Genetic disorder]]
* [[Genetic disorder]]
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* [[Developmental delay]]
* [[Developmental delay]]
* [[MYCN]]
* [[MYCN]]
 
== See also ==
== Related pages ==
* [[Microcephaly]]
* [[Microcephaly]]
* [[Brachydactyly]]
* [[Brachydactyly]]
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* [[Autosomal dominant]]
* [[Autosomal dominant]]
* [[Genetic testing]]
* [[Genetic testing]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
[[Category:Congenital disorders]]
[[Category:Congenital disorders]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Rare diseases]]
[[Category:Developmental disabilities]]
[[Category:Developmental disabilities]]
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Feingold syndrome
Synonyms Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome
Pronounce
Specialty Medical genetics
Symptoms Microcephaly, digital anomalies, esophageal atresia, duodenal atresia
Complications N/A
Onset Congenital
Duration Lifelong
Types N/A
Causes Genetic mutation in the MYCN gene
Risks Family history of the condition
Diagnosis Genetic testing, clinical evaluation
Differential diagnosis VACTERL association, CHARGE syndrome
Prevention N/A
Treatment Symptomatic treatment, surgical intervention
Medication
Prognosis Variable, depending on severity of symptoms
Frequency Rare
Deaths


Feingold syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by a combination of physical abnormalities and developmental delays. It is also known as Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome. The syndrome is named after Dr. Murray Feingold, who first described the condition.

Presentation[edit]

Individuals with Feingold syndrome typically present with a range of congenital anomalies. Common features include:

Genetics[edit]

Feingold syndrome is primarily caused by mutations in the MYCN gene, which plays a crucial role in cell growth and development. The condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning that only one copy of the mutated gene is necessary for the disorder to be present.

Diagnosis[edit]

Diagnosis of Feingold syndrome is based on clinical evaluation, identification of characteristic physical features, and genetic testing to confirm mutations in the MYCN gene. Prenatal diagnosis may be possible through genetic testing if there is a known family history of the disorder.

Management[edit]

There is no cure for Feingold syndrome, and treatment is symptomatic and supportive. Management may involve:

  • Surgical correction of esophageal atresia and duodenal atresia
  • Physical therapy and occupational therapy to address developmental delays
  • Special education services to support learning disabilities

Epidemiology[edit]

Feingold syndrome is a rare condition, and its exact prevalence is unknown. It affects both males and females equally.

See also[edit]

See also[edit]

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