Significance of Genetic cause
In Ayurveda, genetic cause pertains to conditions linked to inherited genes, potentially impacting infertility, Keratoconus, Cerebral Palsy, and blistering diseases. Psychiatry identifies genetic causes in DiGeorge syndrome, a cause of developmental delay. Health Sciences recognizes genetic factors in hirsutism, Alzheimer's, cardiomyopathy, psoriasis, and spinal muscular atrophy. These factors are also believed to contribute to autism and PCOS.
Synonyms: Hereditary factor, Genetic origin, Genetic basis, Genetic factor, Inherited trait, Genetic determinant
In Dutch: Genetische oorzaak; In Finnish: Geneettinen syy; In Spanish: Causa genética
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Hindu concept of 'Genetic cause'
In Hinduism, genetic cause identifies diseases and conditions originating from inherited genes. This can contribute to infertility, congenital malformations, and increased risk in related families. It is a factor in conditions like Cerebral Palsy, PCOS, blistering diseases, and Keratoconus.
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Important Modifiable Risk Factor for Dyslipidemia are Cigarette smoking, Obesity and sedentary lifestyle and this.[1] (2) Genetic causes are suspected because of the link with congenital malformations and increased risk in consanguineous families and monozygotic twins, which is a cause of Cerebral Palsy.[2]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) These are factors that may stem from PCOS, and can lead to the disease.[3] (2) This term identifies the origin of a disease or condition that stems from the inheritance of specific genes, which can be a factor in infertility.[4] (3) This term is used to describe the factors that contribute to the development of Keratoconus, alongside environmental factors, as mentioned in the provided text.[5]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Factors related to heredity that can lead to certain types of blistering diseases, such as epidermolysis bullosa.[6]
The concept of Genetic cause in scientific sources
Genetic cause signifies inherited factors influencing health. It encompasses inherited predispositions for conditions like psoriasis, hirsutism, and neurodegenerative disorders. It also relates to genetic mutations in diseases such as spinal muscular atrophy, DiGeorge syndrome, and potentially restrictive cardiomyopathy and PCOS.
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) This is a factor that half of the study participants believed to be a cause of autism spectrum disorder, highlighting the need for accurate information.[7]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The primary purpose of testing is to identify the genetic causes associated with the children’s previously diagnosed ASD, which can then be leveraged to make more informed decisions and tailor care effectively.[8] (2) The genetic causes implicated in the manifestation of empty zona pellucida are largely unknown, prompting significant research interest into potential molecular mechanisms that might underlie the formation or absence of the ZP.[9] (3) It is a possible factor in Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome, with familial cases supporting the hypothesis of transmission as an autosomal dominant trait.[10]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This is a factor related to DiGeorge syndrome, which is the second most common genetic cause of developmental delay after Down syndrome; however, it remains clinically unrecognised because of its varied presentations. The discovery that patients with DGS had a deletion of a gene in chromosome 22 q 11.2 occurred in the 1980 s.[11]