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What is Fragile X?

Fragile X is a hereditary/genetic condition which can impact families in many ways. It includes fragile X syndrome (FXS), the most common cause of genetically-inherited mental impairment ranging from subtle learning disabilities and a normal IQ, to severe cognitive or intellectual challenges (often still referred to as mental retardation) including autism or "autistic-like" behavior. Symptoms often include unique physical characteristics, behavioral deficits and delays in speech and language development.

Fragile X also includes fragile X-associated tremor ataxia syndrome (FXTAS), a balance, tremor and memory condition that affects some older male carriers of the premutation. Fragile X can also include problems for female carriers such as early menopause, medically referred to as premature ovarian failure (POF).

Fragile X can be passed on in a family by individuals with no apparent sign of the condition. In some families it is a problem which has been occurring for decades, affecting numerous family members through the generations, while in others, it seems to have caused problems in only one person. 

The National Fragile X Foundation (NFXF) has been helping individuals with Fragile X, their families, and the professionals who work with them, since 1984. As research into Fragile X continues, our understanding of who it affects and how it affects them will grow. The NFXF is committed to keeping the Fragile X community well informed.

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Autism and Fragile X Syndrome

  • FACT: For between 2% and 6% of all children diagnosed with autism, the cause is the Fragile X gene mutation.
  • FACT: Approximately one-third of all children diagnosed with fragile X syndrome also have autism.
  • FACT: Fragile X syndrome is the most common known cause of autism.

If your child is diagnosed with autism, or an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), please ask the doctor to rule out fragile X syndrome by ordering the DNA blood test for Fragile X. http://www.fragilex.org/html/testing.htm

Research Discussion Forum: 

 Is there CFIDS in family?

Posted by Margaret Diann on September 26, 2005 
I have looked into EGBE or 2-butoxyethanol which is a very common exposure for people because it is in many cleaning products, latex paint, and I suspect bombs. Since primary exposure seems to be vapors in eyes, and it has been around since the 1930s, I suspect many have been poisoned with this pesticide/solvent since then to now. 

Parents/grandparents are poisoned. It is a teratogen and causes reproductive harm. It damages the X chromosome and targets the testes, as well as other organs/glands.

http://www.fragilex.org/board/?topic=topic14&msg=103