Research Paper On Bloom Syndrome

Bloom syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. Usually due to this disease a skin rash may occur after exposure to the sun, and chance of cancer is largely increased. A New York dermatologist named David Bloom discovered the syndrome, hence the name, in 1954. Since the discovery, there have been more than 170 case reports for this disorder just in the United States. There are a variety of symptoms for this disorder. Usually the first physical symptom of bloom syndrome is growth delay. Over 50% of children with bloom syndrome are significantly underdeveloped in stature appearance until they are eight years old whereas adults with bloom syndrome have short stature. They typically have long limbs and disproportionately large hands and feet. Mutations