My mother and both of my brothers have x linked alports syndrome if I don’t have any symptoms is it still possible for me to be a carrier or is it more possible that I did not get the x link mutation from my mother.
Auriauna, many Alport female are mistakenly under the belief they are simply "carriers." If you have microscopic blood or protein in your urine, it is almost a certainty you inherited the mutation. The best way to know for sure if you inherited the mutation, even if you appear to lack symptoms, is to do genetic testing. Learn more on our website or feel free to contact us: alportsyndrome.org/genetics-guide/
Additionally, your family is encouraged to register for free membership with ASF to connect with other families, learn about the latest research, and more: alportsyndrome.org/registration/
Stomach issues are not directly related to Alport syndrome, however, perhaps your daughter is reacting poorly to Alport treatment medications? Please ensure your daughter's care provider is aware of her symptoms. Feel free to reach out to us anytime!
Thank you very much for this. A lot of questions were answered.
My mother and both of my brothers have x linked alports syndrome if I don’t have any symptoms is it still possible for me to be a carrier or is it more possible that I did not get the x link mutation from my mother.
Auriauna, many Alport female are mistakenly under the belief they are simply "carriers." If you have microscopic blood or protein in your urine, it is almost a certainty you inherited the mutation. The best way to know for sure if you inherited the mutation, even if you appear to lack symptoms, is to do genetic testing. Learn more on our website or feel free to contact us: alportsyndrome.org/genetics-guide/
Additionally, your family is encouraged to register for free membership with ASF to connect with other families, learn about the latest research, and more: alportsyndrome.org/registration/
My daughter complains about her stomach bothering her and she doesn't want to eat. Is this normal for Alport?
This would be better directed to facebook.com/groups/alportsyndromefoundation/
Stomach issues are not directly related to Alport syndrome, however, perhaps your daughter is reacting poorly to Alport treatment medications? Please ensure your daughter's care provider is aware of her symptoms. Feel free to reach out to us anytime!