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Fragile X syndrome
A genetic disorder caused by a mutation of the FMR1 gene. Affected individuals may have large heads and long faces.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Very common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | |||||
Senior 60+ |
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