What is agenesis of corpus callosum?
Agenesis of the corpus callosum (ACC) is a birth defect in which the structure that connects the two hemispheres of the brain (the corpus callosum) is partially or completely absent. ACC can occur as an isolated condition or in combination with other cerebral abnormalities.
How do members experience agenesis of corpus callosum?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with agenesis of corpus callosum*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for agenesis of corpus callosum*
Who has agenesis of corpus callosum on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 5 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 4 | |
| 40s | 4 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 4 | |
| 70+ | 2 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 12 | |
| Female | 10 |