Noonan Syndrome is one of a group of related genetic conditions known as
the Rasopathies which are increasingly being looked at together for research
purposes because of the way growth is targeted by the gene.
The
Noonan Syndrome Association (NSA) encompasses many of these related conditions
but Noonan Syndrome is the main focus as the widest spread of these complex
genetic disorders, present in 1 in 2000 live births in the UK. Despite this and
its major impact on lives, it remains a comparatively little known condition.
Being
still comparatively little known, even amongst some of the medical profession,
families affected by Noonan Syndrome have to face many challenges of parenting
and caring without appropriate support and are often left feeling very isolated.
Noonan
Syndrome can vary greatly in breadth and severity. It is common for those
affected by Noonan Syndrome to have an array of physical and health problems.
Noonan Syndrome – Overview, characteristics, causes, diagnosis and treatment
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Clinical guidelines on the management of Noonan Syndrome
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