Lissencephaly syndrome type 1

Overview

A very rare form of the brain formation disorder called lissencephaly where the brain surface is abnormally smooth rather than convoluted resulting in mental retardation. Physical malformations are also present. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Lissencephaly syndrome type 1 is available below.

Symptoms

Infantile spasms Hypotonia Inability to swallow Mental retardation Small head

Causes

Dry throat Anxiety Fear Smoking Dehydration

Diagnosis

The phrase "signs of Lissencephaly syndrome type 1" should, strictly speaking, refer only to those signs and symptoms of Lissencephaly syndrome type 1 that are not readily apparent to the patient. The word "symptoms of Lissencephaly syndrome type 1" is the more general meaning; see symptoms of Lissencephaly syndrome type 1.