This summary gives a broad overview of the main themes discussed at the 5th International Conference on FMR1 Premutation in early 2023.
On May 5, 2022, The Wall Street Journal Weekend Edition showcased an article called “The Surprising Legacy of a Genetic Disorder” by Dr. Anne Skomorowsky. The essay summarizes the history of Fragile X and [...]
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Why is there so much variability among male and female Fragile X carriers? There are a number of factors involved. Because the Fragile X gene is X-linked, gender plays a big role in determining who might show symptoms. Male premutation carriers, because they have only one X chromosome, are much more commonly affected by FXTAS than are female carriers.
