What Is CHARGE Syndrome?
Our genes are passed on from our parents and they determine a great deal about who we are. Sometimes, though, our genes will become mutated and this can lead to some profound changes in how we develop. Most of the time, these mutations are harmless, or even beneficial, but this is not always the case.
The mutation of certain genes can cause a number of health problems in people, as demonstrated in CHARGE syndrome. It is a congenital condition, which means that people are born with the condition. It is thankfully very rare, and here’s a closer look at what it is.
