a genetic chromosome problem, where children are born with an extra copy of chromosome 21.
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genetic condition caused by mutations in genes responsible for healthy muscle and structure. This condition mostly affects boys, but can affect girls in a milder way.
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genetically more susceptible to cancer. This is because of mutations in their genes leading to cells developing additional alterations that can cause cancer.
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genetic condition that leads to exceptionally high cholesterol levels, often double sometimes more than those of the general population.
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risk of developing either type 1 or type 2 diabetes is increased by genetic susceptibility, but environment and lifestyle also play a part in it.
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condition caused by a woman drinking alcohol throughout her pregnancy, risking damaging the baby and can result in the baby being physically and/or mentally impaired.
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infections can be caught during pregnancy from bacteria and viruses in the environment. It can impact on both the mother and the unborn baby.
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lifestyle during pregnancy can have an impact on the child, but it is undecided how much alcohol, or cigarettes can be used before making the baby unsafe.
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congenital conditions are physical abnormalities present at birth because of the brain and the central nervous system being affected.
