Feingold Syndrome Overview
Learn About Feingold Syndrome
Feingold syndrome is a disorder that affects many parts of the body. There are two types of Feingold syndrome, distinguished by their genetic cause; both types have similar features that can vary among affected individuals.
Mutations in the MYCN gene cause Feingold syndrome type 1, and mutations in chromosome 13 that remove (delete) a region of the chromosome that includes the MIR17HG gene cause type 2. Both genes are involved in growth and development, particularly before birth.
Feingold syndrome appears to be a rare condition, although its exact prevalence is unknown. Type 1 is more common than type 2.
This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, which means one copy of the altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder.
Gary Wells is a Nephrologist in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Dr. Wells and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Feingold Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.
Knoxville Kidney Center, PLLC
Kendra Hendon is a Nephrologist in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Hendon and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Feingold Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Necrosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hendon is currently accepting new patients.
Knoxville Kidney Center, PLLC
Erik Wendland is a Nephrologist in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Wendland and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Feingold Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, and Liddle Syndrome. Dr. Wendland is currently accepting new patients.
Published Date: June 01, 2018
Published By: National Institutes of Health