Toxic protein linked to muscular dystrophy and arhinia

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their associates announced today they have discovered that a toxic protein produced by the body called DUX4 that may be the reason for two very different rare genetic conditions.

For those who have facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), or a rare facial malformation called arhinia, this research finding may in time lead to therapies that help individuals with these two rare diseases.

Recent research studies indicate that acetaminophen (Tylenol®, Paracetamol®) is the most satisfactory algia reliever to take during pregnancy.

But analyses and more information suggest that taking acetaminophen too frequently while pregnant could increase your future child’s risk for developing autism or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Salena Zanotti, MD, Ob/GYN, talks about the risks and whether using acetaminophen is safe.

To learn more visit: www.nih.gov/

Written by Anita Johnson-Brown

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