Any Information on Fragile X?

I didn't read one symptom that didn't sound completely normal for a 15 month old if that's the Dr. your speaking of! Are these extremely exaggerated and that's why you're concerned? I'm in nursing, and haven't heard of this. I think I'll look it up. But, of all my children-they all did these things at that age! Some children love to rock back and forth to self-soothe. They also use thumb or paci. sucking and the hand gestures to do this to. She has her social skills developing on track and unless your noticeing abnormal, exaggerated behaviors or ticks, I'm not sure you should be worrying about anything. Ask her pediatrician what he/she thinks-if they suspect something and submit to CHIP, they should approve.

You didn't mention how old your daughter is, but if you haven't seen any developmental or social delays at this point I wouldn't be concerned. The Fragile X is commonly associated with autism and is usually accompanied by other signs/symptoms. It is also much more common in males than females as the second X chromosome in females are often unaffected and the can compensate for the affected X chromosome. They can test 2 ways - chromosome or DNA. My understanding is that the testing ranges between $300-$600 and is typically NOT covered by insurance. You can always call CHIP and see what they say, but I would think it is probably not covered. If I were you, I woudl try very hard to not worry unless you start seeing speech, developmental or behavioral issues.

Hi H.:

I have a nephew that has been diagnosed with Fragile X - my sister-in-law belongs to a group and I'm sure she would be happy to speak with you - she also has familiarity with CHIP. Just PM your # and info and I'll get her to give you a call.

H.,
I have three grandchildren who have been diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome.A boy, 4 1/2, a girl 3 and a boy 1 year old. Frigile X causes a multitude of physical and mental delays. Girls are not as severly effected as boys since the mutation is on the X chromosome. Girls have 2 x chromosomes so the good one can compensate for the damaged one. Boys, having 1 X and 1 Y chromosome are more severly effected.The only way to be sure is by genetic testing, It would be worth your while to persue the testing even if it is costly.If she is positive there are support groups who you can turn to for help.You NEED to know if this is the problem. Knowing this will not only help you to cope, but it will help her! If she is positive she will need an abundance of love, understanding and patience. If you think things are hard on you they are even more difficult for her. The best way to help her is by educating yourself to know how to handle things. God bless, and I will be praying for all of you.
B.
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