Rett Syndrome

Rett Syndrome affects mainly

• elderly people

• boys

• girls

• middle aged men

What is Rett Syndrome usually caused by?

• Exchange of bodily fluids

• Spontaneous gene mutation (MeCP2)

• Inherited gene mutation (MeCP2)

• Contaminated water/food

What is Rett Syndrome?

• Degenerative muscle disorder

• Disease that spreads via coughing

• Disease affecting sensory nerves

• Rare neurological disorder affecting brain development

Boys can have Rett Syndrome

• True

• False

What are examples of advised treatments? (There are 2)

• Ozempic

• Daybue

• Physical therapy

• Antihistamines

Main symptoms

• Loss of movement, coordination, and communication abilities

• Unusual hand movements

• Slowed growth

• Painful rashes

What does Lauren undergo to help her symptoms?

• Physical therapy

• Surgery

• Brain stem transplant

• Medications

There is a cure for Rett Syndrome

• True

• False

When do symptoms of Rett Syndrome begin appearing?

• From birth

• Around 6 months of age

• Around 12-18 months of age

• Varies widely depending on case

Using the MRI, what is a sign of Rett Syndrome?

• Smaller brain

• Larger brain

• More gray matter

• No change in brain