What Is Dysautonomia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Familial Dysautonomia
Familial dysautonomia affects only around 350 people in the entire world. It is a very serious condition and people with it can expect to have their lives cut considerably shorter, although life expectancy is improving for people with the condition thanks to advancements in treatment.
Familial dysautonomia can result in an autonomic crisis, which means the heart rate and blood pressure will fluctuate rapidly. It can also cause the patient’s digestive system to shut down, and they can also experience changes in their personality. Symptoms will usually show early on in the patient’s life, and it can cause a number of development problems for the patient.
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