ODD syndrome

oculodentodigital dysplasia

An extremely rare type of ectodermal dysplasia (OMIM:164200) characterised by small eyes; small, caries-prone teeth; syndactyly; and malformation of the 4th and 5th fingers. Other findings include iris atrophy, glaucoma, fine fragile hair, conductive deafness, ataxia, spastic paraplegia, bladder and bowel dysfunction.
 
Molecular pathology
ODD is caused by mutation of GJA1, which encodes gap junction protein connexin 43.

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ODD syndrome

Oculodental dysplasia An AD condition characterized by hypertelorism, microphthalmia, myopia, hypoplastic teeth, syndactyly, camptodactyly, and visceral malformation, without mental retardation

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Patient discussion about ODD syndrome

Q. I have weak pelvic muscles.. Ive not had any children or anything like that. And im only 20. Isnt it abit odd It dont help one little bit when you have bladder problems(and struggle to control the flow)

A. Thank you for the answer Lucy, however i forgot to mention i have actually been doing P

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