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Is Asthma Genetic?
Explore Asthma and what your DNA can tell you What is asthma? Asthma is a chronic lung condition that occurs when the immune system overreacts to an environmental trigger, causing inflammation, increased mucus production inside the airways, and tightened muscles around the airways. Most cases of asthma are diagnosed during childhood, but asthma can develop…
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Seasonal Allergies
What are seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies, also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, occur when the immune system overreacts to small airborne particles called allergens, including mold or pollens from trees, grasses, or weeds. Seasonal allergies occur at certain times of the year, which can vary depending on what a person is allergic to…
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Is Anxiety Genetic?
Explore Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders, and what your DNA can tell you What are anxiety disorders? Everyone can sometimes experience anxiety in response to stressful events and situations. But anxiety disorders are a group of conditions where anxiety is overwhelming, doesn’t go away over time, and begins to interfere with daily life. Examples of anxiety…
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Is Fibromyalgia Genetic?
Explore Fibromyalgia and what your DNA can tell you What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by chronic pain and tenderness throughout the body that lasts at least three months. Pain caused by fibromyalgia can come and go and can move around the body. Other symptoms can include moderate to extreme fatigue, poor sleep…
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Is Type 2 Diabetes Genetic?
Explore Type 2 Diabetes and what your DNA can tell you Knowing T2D Diet, weight, lifestyle, and genetics each influence one’s personal chances of developing type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes. But many of us are unaware of what could increase our chances of developing type 2 diabetes. More than a third…
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Is Rosacea Genetic?
Explore Rosacea and what your DNA can tell you What is rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the central parts of the face, most commonly the cheeks and nose. Rosacea is often characterized by persistent redness or visible blood vessels near the surface of the skin, but symptoms vary from person…
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Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss and Deafness, DFNB1
What is DFNB1? DFNB1 is an inherited condition characterized by mild to profound hearing loss that is typically present from birth. In most cases, a person must have two variants in the GJB2 gene in order to have this condition. People with just one variant in the GJB2 gene are called carriers. They’re not expected…
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Is Psoriasis Genetic?
Explore Psoriasis and what your DNA can tell you What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition most commonly characterized by itchy, discolored patches covered in silvery white flakes, called “scales,” that form on the skin. Psoriasis symptoms may come and go throughout life, and certain triggers can cause them to flare up. Psoriasis…
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Is Glaucoma Genetic?
Explore Glaucoma and what your DNA can tell you What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that occurs when the nerve in the back of the eye (called the optic nerve) is damaged, most commonly due to high eye pressure. Optic nerve damage can cause gradual vision loss that may start as…
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Genetics and Weight
Do genetic factors influence your weight? Yes! The fit of your jeans is affected at least in part by your genes. Lots of research has shown that genetics not only impacts how much we weigh but also how much diet and exercise may make a difference. Our weight is the product of genetics, lifestyle, and…
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