What is progressive reversible encephalopathy syndrome?

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My friend was just told her Aunt has this after a few weeks in hospital. I try looking it up so I can try and help her understand this but everytime I do It comes up as Posterior Reversible encephalopathy syndrome. Is there a diffrence ?
It means she has something going on that has effected her brain, and that the doctors think it is reversible, .......she will get better.......if she does what it takes to get bettrer.
There are many possible causes of this, anywhere from nutrition deficiencis, to liver damage........  (+ info)

What is the difference between being bipolar and having asperger's syndrome?

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I read that there is a fine line between being bipolar and having asperger's syndrome (which is on the autism spectrum) and it is often hard to diagnose one from the other. Is this true? Can someone have both of these disorders?
Those are two very different things. Asperger's syndrome is a pervasive developmental disorder. Bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression) is a mental illness.

Someone with Asperger's syndrome is "socially blind". They struggle with social interactions, they are socially awkward, cannot read or use body language or facial expressions well, have difficulty making eye contact, may not understand sarcasm, jokes or politeness and tend to take things literally, may display socially inappropriate behavior without realizing it, may lack empathy, have obsessive interests and may have problems such as sensory issues and poor motor skills.

Someone with bipolar disorder has extreme emotional ups and downs. One day they may feel so depressed that they can't get out of bed or do simple daily things. The next day they may feel great and be full of energy and feel like they can do anything.

It is not hard to diagnose one from the other. They are not really similar. Someone with Asperger's syndrome may throw tantrums or have meltdowns, which I suppose can seem similar to when a bipolar person goes from an extreme up to an extreme down, but everything else is very different.  (+ info)

What are the chances of us having a baby with down syndrome?

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My husband has two brothers, one of them has down syndrome. We currently had a miscarriage in September. The doctor didn't know why but it was possible that it was a baby with down sydrome. He wasn't for sure but he said it COULD have been a possibility as to why we lost that baby. We are now trying for baby #2, what are the statistics and the chances that our child and all of our children in the near future will have down sydrome?
My husband and I are both 23 years old.
If you and your husband are 23 the chances of you having a down syndrome baby are VERY VERY slim! The younger you are (within reason of course) the better chances you won't have a child with downs syndrome.. how old was your mother-in-law when she had the baby with down syndrome? If you do become pregnant again you could talk to your doctor about doing a prenatal screening to see if your baby does have down syndrome so you could better prepare yourself if you feel that it is needed  (+ info)

How does Asperberger's Syndrome affect "normal" siblings' developement?

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I have a friend whose older brother has Asperberger's Syndrome. Her father is also an alcoholic and her parents divorced when she was about 12 years old. I was wondering how these things would affect her development with respect to having healthy relationships with men. She claims that her parents' divorce didn't affect her, but I don't believe her.
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What is the best pill to take if you have polycystic ovary syndrome or any other treatments?

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I am 21 and have had polycystic ovary syndrome for awhile now .
being on yasmin and now have change to norimin and now trying a Progesterone cream to regulate my periods but nothing has worked as yet and making my body gain weight and I hardly eat
please help?
I have PCOS and I have an IUD, Mirena to be specific. I haven't have a period in 3 years, which helps with my symptoms. Maybe a pill like seasonale where you get a period 4 times a year. Are you on metformin? That can help deal with the weight issues. I suggest seeing an endocrinologist for your PCOS because they are generally more knowledgeable than a GP or OBGYN.  (+ info)

What does these results mean when tested for down syndrome?

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My doctor calls my cell phone to give me the results of the down syndrome & T18 tests i did. All he leaves in the message is that as for down syndrome my risk is 1:4800 and for T18 it's 1:10,000 but i have no idea what that means!!! HELP!!
means your baby is very very very very unlikely to have downs syndrome..so all good news..☺..congratulations..  (+ info)

What happens to people with down syndrome when they get old?

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I wanted to know what happens to people with down syndrome when they get older. if their parents die, do they take care of themselves or do they get sent to an institution?
Hello to all,
Thank you for asking this important question.
I appreciate the different answers that have been given by other members, however, I feel they are really not up to date. I would like to share more current information with you.
I am the Executive Director of the Denver Adult Down Syndrome Clinic. We see 50-60 adolescents and adults with Down syndrome in the Clinic each year. We also hold post- secondary adult education classes called ALIVE! (Ability Life skills Vitality Education!) for adults with Down syndrome year round. More than 40 students have participated in the ALIVE! Program since it began 2 years ago.
In my role overseeing both of these programs, I have met many adults with Down syndrome, and their families and care takers. I have also had the privilege of working with Dr. Barry Martin, the Clinic's Medical Director, and Heather Luehrs, our Clinical Social Worker. Through this hands on experience, as well as keeping up with medical and psychosocial literature, the "facts of life" for adults with Down syndrome have changed dramatically over the past twenty years, and continue to improve.
For example, the average life expectancy for adults with Down syndrome has reached beyond the mid fifties. This is due in large part to improved medical advances for all persons during that same time. Thankfully, it is no longer acceptable medical practice to "not treat or neglect" persons with developmental disabilities as it was many years ago. These health advantages, coupled with the public school educational system changes during the same time period (IDEA) has had a tremendous positive affect on both the longevity and quality of life for adults with Down syndrome today.
Now the challenge is that there needs to be adequate resources put in place to support this “new” generation of healthy, talented adults. This will mean that families and friends of persons with Down syndrome can do a great service to their cause by becoming “ambassadors” of the truth by providing people they talk to, or anyone in the general public, accurate, up-to-date, information on the “new” facts of life. Opening minds will lead to opening doors and resources. Changing opinions and perspectives is one of the most powerful ways to make strides in this process.
Today, many adults with Down syndrome are working, volunteer, living independently, or, semi-independently, very successfully. For example, several of our ALIVE! students use the city mass transit system to come and go to the classes held on DU's campus each week. They also ride the bus to and from their place of work. One of our student s drives a car. A few of our students have gone off to college in New Mexico, all on their own! The possibilities are really endless. Just as with any one, you need to assess each person’s gifts and talents and help to support them with a wide range of opportunities. The more we can educate and promote this information, the more doors will open, and who knows what the future will hold.
I also work with patients in the Clinic. They range form age 14 and up. The activity level and independent living skills vary, of course, but many enjoy life in their own apartments, or share their apartment/home with a roommate.
The choice of whether the family decides to have their child move out or live at home is made individually, considering many factors. It is true that adults with Down syndrome that continue to live in their parents home, will over time, have older caretakers. That is why it is really important for the families to think about, and plan ahead for the future, so that both the aging parents and the aging adult with Down syndrome each continue to enjoy a full life as each they age.
Many of the patients we take care of live with Host Home Providers. Usually the host home provider is younger than the adult's parents, and the parents or siblings remain actively involved in their loved ones lives. This arrangement affords the family a choice to extend the network of support needed for their loved one, while still having an active role in their lives, yet not being their sole responsibility. From my experience, it seems to be a very successful option.
As far as institutionalizing adults with Down syndrome, that is no longer done.
In closing, I would highly recommend reading a wonderful resource book called, Mental Wellness in Adults with Down syndrome, by Dennis McGuire, Ph.D & Brian Chicoine, M.D., both highly respected clinicians from the Chicago Area adult Down syndrome Clinic. The book gives a thorough overview of all aspects of wellness and health concerns that are more common for the adult Down syndrome population. It is a valuable resource for any family.  (+ info)

What is the difference between Asperger Syndrome and Asperger Disorder?

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I was reading a book about people in history who could have AS. But the author says one person could have Asperger Disorder instead of Asperger Syndrome.
Asperger disorder is another name for Asperger syndrome-they are one in the same:

Asperger syndrome ( also called Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's disorder, Asperger's or AS) is one of several autism spectrum disorders (ASD) characterized by difficulties in social interaction and by restricted, stereotyped interests and activities.
Hope this helps!!  (+ info)

What are ALL causes of Down Syndrome Diagnosis before a baby is born?

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My brother is having a baby in a few months. His girlfriend called us up and tells us that the dr said the baby might have Down Syndrome...
I want to know if in any way, could it be brought on by the way she takes care of herself? By smoking weed or drinking alcohol? Please help me with this one...
downs is caused by a genetic mishap, they have more chromosomes than we do.. its nothing that she could have prevented.. although sometimes the age of the woman can take part in birth defects and syndromes in a baby.. Usually they say if the woman is over 35, there are more risks.
smoking and drinking isnt good for the baby but really its going ot cause other problems with the child like possibly being slow or having medical problems in the immediate or long term after being born.  (+ info)

What is a syndrome where hands in feet in young children outgrow their bodies?

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My cousin has a heart murmur and has to have surgery. The Doctors have also said that he has a syndrome which Im not sure the exact name but it's something where they have said his hands and feet will outgrow his body and his body will stop growing and his heart will overload and that he probaly won't live past 10 yrs old. I wanted to research it but I'm not sure the exact name of the syndrome to look it up.

Any help is greatly appreciated. I am currently pregnant and was told this was genetic?
i dont know...marfan syndrom maybe?  (+ info)

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