What is Andersen-Tawil syndrome?
Andersen-Tawil syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes periodic paralysis, changes in heart rhythm (arrhythmias) and other developmental abnormalities. It can cause physical abnormalities such as a small lower jaw, widely spaced eyes, dental problems and unusual curving of the fingers and toes.
How do members experience Andersen-Tawil syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Andersen-Tawil syndrome*
Common symptoms
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
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 Andersen-Tawil syndrome*
Who has Andersen-Tawil syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 2 | |
| 40s | 4 | |
| 50s | 0 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | |
| Female | 7 |