Noonan Syndrome, also known as "pink eye"pink eye syndrome", affects the macula, a part of the retina at the back of the eye. Noonan Syndrome is believed to be a recessive inherited trait; therefore, no symptoms can be expected if a person has Noonan Syndrome. It can be caused by either of two different genes that cause the condition or it can be caused by an environmental factor.
Noonan syndrome is the most common inherited form of macular degeneration
It is a progressive disease for which there is no cure. The reason Noonan syndrome is so serious is because it leads to blindness, and even with treatment, the chances of recovery are very low.
It is believed that Noonan's syndrome is caused by a defective gene that is usually inherited from one of the parents. There is no direct evidence pointing to a cause, but there is some circumstantial evidence that Noonan syndrome genes may play a role.
Noonan syndrome is a recessive inherited eye disease, which means that no one is affected and no one can inherit the condition from either parent. Scientists believe that genes for Noonan's syndrome may act as environmental triggers and cause changes in the macula. These changes then lead to damage to the retina, leading to retinal breakdown and blindness. The exact mechanism of action of genes of Noonan syndrome is unknown.
One theory put forward by scientists is that the genes for Noonan syndrome act in a "reverse" way, which means that they cause changes in the retina so that the retina adapts rather than returning to normal. Since Noonan syndrome occurs in only one in 100,000 newborns, scientists don't know if the theory is correct. However, if scientists could find a way to test this theory, it could provide scientists with valuable information about the condition and its causes.
Noonan Syndrome is not considered a life-threatening condition, however. If diagnosed early enough, Noonan Syndrome can be cured. However, if Noonan syndrome goes untreated, it could result in vision loss of permanent loss. It may also lead to cataracts or glaucoma. or both.
If Noonan Syndrome is diagnosed in adults, it is often seen during the late teens or early twenties. In addition to having a yellow, cloudy, or blurry vision, patchy appearance of the macula, sufferers also have double vision, poor peripheral vision, and may lose peripheral vision due to reduced peripheral vision.
Noonan Syndrome is more common in boys than girls
Since it affects the macula, it is not as likely to occur in children or infants. However, the disorder is more common among men than women, probably because of its ability to affect the retina. Most cases are diagnosed before menopause and most people who have it are over the age of fifty.
While Noonan Syndrome has been known to cause visual impairment, there are no known causes for this vision loss, though it has been speculated that an environmental trigger may be the cause. There is no evidence to support this theory, and no evidence to support that Noonan Syndrome is associated with other vision impairments, including macular degeneration or glaucoma.
Researchers still do not know exactly what makes Noonan vision loss worse than other types of visual impairments. The symptoms of Noonan syndrome have varied, and they include the following: double vision, cataracts, loss of peripheral vision, double vision and increased sensitivity to light, decreased sensitivity to color, and decreased sensitivity to movement. Some of these symptoms may be caused by a number of factors, and others may be caused by one or more specific factors.
If symptoms persist after six months of treatment, it may be necessary to see a doctor. After eight to nine months, vision improvement is possible. It is possible to return to work and normal activities, but at least two or three glasses of lenses will be needed to correct problems with vision.
For more information about Noonan Syndrome, contact your health care provider. Your primary care provider can provide the best advice on how to improve your vision, as well as other ways to treat Noonan Syndrome. For additional information and to learn more about Noonan Syndrome, contact the National Eye Institute.