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A Chromosome 15 Ring results when deletions occur on both ends of chromosome 15 and the two ends join together to form a ring. The severity of symptoms varies between those who are affected. Effects may include growth deficiency, short stature, or distinctive facial abnormalities.
How do members experience chromosome 15 ring?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with chromosome 15 ring*
*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 chromosome 15 ring*
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A Chromosome 15 Ring results when deletions occur on both ends of chromosome 15 and the two ends join together to form a ring. The severity of symptoms varies between those who are affected. Effects may include growth deficiency, short stature, or distinctive facial abnormalities.
Common symptoms reported by people with chromosome 15 ring
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.
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Treatments taken by people for chromosome 15 ring
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