Genetic discovery gives hope to families with young people who have intellectual disabilities.
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Scientists found a genetic problem that can cause learning difficulties. They think this problem affects many children, maybe one in 20,000.
Children with this problem have many challenges, like being short, having small heads, and having seizures. They also might have weak muscles and learn slowly.
Doctors used to miss this problem because the signs were hard to see. Now, with genetic testing, they can find the problem more easily.
The problem is in a small part of a gene that doesn't make proteins, which is unusual. Most genetic problems that cause learning difficulties are in genes that make proteins.
Scientists are still learning about this genetic problem and how to treat it. But now that they can find it, they can help families understand and connect with others.
Questions
What did scientists find that can cause learning difficulties?
Scientists found a genetic problem.
How many children are estimated to be affected by this genetic problem?
Maybe one in 20,000 children.
Why did doctors used to miss this problem?
Doctors used to miss this problem because the signs were hard to see.
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