Marfan Syndrome A disorder that affects your connective tissue.  Tall, Thin Build  Long arms, legs, fingers, and toes  Flexible joints  Scoliosis 

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Marfan Syndrome A disorder that affects your connective tissue.  Tall, Thin Build  Long arms, legs, fingers, and toes  Flexible joints  Scoliosis  A chest that sinks in or sticks out  Crowded teeth  Flat feet

Average death age: 32 Any race or ethnic background 1 in 5,0000 Americans Fairly common

A change in a gene that controls the bodies necessary basic of the connective tissue. Messes with the strength and elasticity of the connective tissue.

A visit to the doctor Orthopedic or eye exams Medications (not highly recommended) o Betablocker or betablocker therapy) o Calcium channel blocker o Losartol Routine cardiovascular exams

Abraham Lincoln suffered from Marfan Syndrome. There is no cure Pulling a tooth from someone that has Marfan Syndrome can kill them.

Marfan Syndrome

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