What is fragile X syndrome?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition characterized as changes on the X chromosome. Some signs and symptoms include a long face, prominent ears, developmental delay, and social and behavioral issues.
How do members experience fragile X syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with fragile X syndrome*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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*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 fragile X syndrome*
Who has fragile X syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 3 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 5 | |
| 40s | 5 | |
| 50s | 5 | |
| 60s | 2 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 8 | |
| Female | 11 |