Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, 1X (medical condition): CMT is an inherited neurological disease characterized by the gradual degeneration of nerves which starts in the hands and feet and results in progressive numbness, muscle weakness and loss of function. Type X1 is an inherited defect of the X chromosome (defect in GJB1 gene) and affects males to a greater degree than females. Transient central nervous system symptoms are also sometimes involved.
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Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1:
»Introduction: Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1
»Symptoms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1
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Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, 1X: Another name for Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1 (or close medical condition association).
»Introduction: Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1
»Symptoms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, X-linked, 1
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