Congenital Ichthyosis

Genetic Counseling

Your doctor may send you for genetic counseling if you: Are worried that your lifestyle, health history or health problem may be passed on to your children Are pregnant or want to have children after age 35 Have a baby who was born with a genetic problem or other health problem Had many miscarriages or infant deaths Have an ultrasound or blood test result that shows there might be something wrong with your baby You and your partner are close relatives During genetic counseling: You will learn about your family history and the health problems that run in your family The doctor may do an exam or blood tests. If you are pregnant, the doctor may take a sample of the fluid inside your womb if you are pregnant. This is an amniocentesis. You will find out what kind of health problems you and your partner can pass to your children, like: Birth defects Learning problems Too many or not enough chromosomes Cancer You will learn how the health problem can affect your child's life. The genetic counselor will help you decide what to do. The genetic counselor can help you plan for your baby. You will learn about lifestyle choices that may affect the risk of an illness being passed on to your baby. Your counselor may send you to a doctor who can help you with your test results. The genetic counselor will help you find experts or support groups.

Low mood,Worry,Pregnancy problems

You feel depressed,You have problems like bleeding, fluid leaking, or early labor after testing

Healthy Living,Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests,Medical Genetics,Mental Health,Neonatal,Reproductive

Genetic Consultation

This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from your health care provider. This is only a brief summary of general information. It does NOT include all information about conditions, illnesses, injuries, tests, procedures, treatments, therapies, discharge instructions or life-style choices that may apply to you. You must talk with your health care provider for complete information about your health and treatment options. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to accept your health care provider’s advice, instructions or recommendations. Only your health care provider has the knowledge and training to provide advice that is right for you.

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