Noonan Syndrome

Prevention for Noonan Syndrome looks slightly different than other disorders, due to the fact that it is genetically linked. With cases of NS being linked to different genetics and some cases having an unknown origin, it is hard to prevent the disorder from occurring. A big factor towards prevention lies in the education of the people closest to the patient, the community, and the general public. A very effective preventive way would be to administer genetic testing to the population in order to increase awareness in the general population and in individuals who possess the gene mutation. This would include coworkers; peers; friends; family; etc., and by doing so the community and its knowledge, awareness, and understanding of NS grows. However, prevention neither starts nor stops at genetic testing. It is
It is not surprising that it is easier to distinguish features of NS in an individual while they are young, that is why it is the optimal time and opportunity for diagnosis and intervention. (Turner, 2011). Noonan Syndrome should be contemplated when an individual presents with at least two of the following characteristics: a language or learning delay/difficulty; heart defect/s; short stature; irregularity of the chest structure, and/or facial traits of NS. It should also be noted and taken into consideration if there is a family history of any of these attributes (Turner, 2011). “Almost half of the individuals had a statement of special educational need, and a quarter attended a school for children with learning difficulties. This portion is higher than reported at ascertainment, suggesting that educational difficulties are often not recognized in younger children,” (Shaw et al., 2006,