What is Fragile X

Fragile X-associated disorders include a wide range of physical, intellectual, and behavioral symptoms that can affect family members in many different ways.
The Basics

Fragile X 101
An overview of the Fragile X disorders caused by a mutation of the FMR1 gene.

Newly Diagnosed
Resources and advice to help navigate and understand your Fragile X diagnosis.
Fragile X Topics

Prevalence
It is estimated that the number of individuals diagnosed with Fragile X syndrome is about 1 in 7,000 males and about 1 in 11,000 females.

Signs & Symptoms
A look at the possible signs and symptoms of the Fragile X premutation, full mutation Fragile X syndrome, FXTAS, and FXPOI.

Testing & Diagnosis
Fragile X testing, analysis, and diagnosis are complicated subjects. We have extensive information for both parents and medical providers.

Genetics & Inheritance
Even for genetics professionals, FMR1 inheritance is complex and confusing, so it’s no surprise that families often have questions about the genetics of Fragile X.

Treatment Recommendations
Resources and advice to help navigate and understand your Fragile X diagnosis from the experts that make up the Fragile X Clinical & Resource Consortium.