Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease neuronal type A
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- More Detailed Information (Found: 1 Resource)
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- General
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The Muscular Dystrophy Association has deveopled an information page titled "Surgery Sometimes, Bracing Often, Caution Always: Caring for the CMT-affected foot." Click on Muscular Dystrophy Association to view this information page.
- Support Groups (Found: 9 Resources)
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The National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD) has partnered with Inspire.com to launch an online community for people with rare diseases called The NORD Rare Disease Community. This community connects medical patients, family members, caregivers, and professionals. Click on The NORD Rare Disease Community to learn more.
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RareShare is an online social hub dedicated to patients, families and healthcare professionals affected by rare medical disorders. Click on RareShare to learn more.
- Services (Found: 5 Resources)
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- Specialty Clinics/Treatment Centers
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The Muscular Dystrophy Campain provides information regarding the Joseph Patrick Trust which provides financial support for specialist equipment. Click on the link to read more about this trust.
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Services to enhance mobility and independent living are available in each community through the Muscular Dystrophy Association's local network of chapters and field offices. Click here to read more about this service.
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The Muscular Dystrophy Association can help you find a doctor who knows about Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Click on the link to search for specialty clinics nearest you.
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GeneTests lists laboratories offering clinical genetic and research genetic testing for this condition. Clinical genetic tests are ordered to help diagnose a person or family and to aid in decisions regarding medical care or reproductive issues. Research genetic tests may be used to find disease-causing genes, learn how genes work, or aid in the understanding of a genetic disorder. In many cases research test results are not shared with the patient or physician. Click on GeneTests, than click “Testing” beside the subtype of interest to view a list of clinical laboratories offering testing. To view a list of laboratories offering research testing, select “Research” beside the subtype of interest. Talk to your health care provider or a genetic professional to learn more about your clinical genetic and research genetic testing options for this condition.
- Genetic Services
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We recommend that you discuss this information and your concerns with a genetics professional. The following online resources can help you find a genetics professional in your community:
* GeneClinics - A searchable directory of US and international genetics and prenatal diagnosis clinics. To locate genetics clinics in the United States, go to the following link and click on 'Clinic Directory' to find a genetic service close to you.
* ResourceLink - A database of genetics counseling services, searchable by location, name, institution, type of practice, or specialty. Hosted by the National Society of Genetic Counselors.
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