Hereditary Diseases in Children

Hereditary diseases in children are genetic disorders passed down from parents to their offspring through genes. These conditions can result from mutations in a single gene (like cystic fibrosis) or involve multiple genes (like cleft lip). Some may be dominant, where one altered gene can cause the disease, while others are recessive, needing both copies of a gene to be mutated. Children can be affected at birth or show symptoms later in life, and such diseases can impact growth, development, and overall health. Early diagnosis and management can significantly improve outcomes for affected children.