Congenital heart defects, problems with the structure of the heart, are the most common type of birth defect. Learn about diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE

Craniofacial abnormalities (or craniofacial anomalies) are birth defects of the face or head. A common example is cleft lip and palate. Read more. READ MORE

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands. The symptoms and severity of CF can vary. Get the facts. READ MORE

About 1 in 700 babies are born with the birth defect known as Down Syndrome. Learn about the different Down Syndrome types and related health issues. READ MORE

A dwarf is a person of short stature - under 4' 10" as an adult. Many conditions can cause dwarfism but Achondroplasia causes about 70 percent. READ MORE

People with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) usually have very flexible joints and stretchy skin because of weakened connective tissue. Find out more. READ MORE

Your family history should be more than making a family tree. It also includes learning about your family's health. Learn more. READ MORE

Drinking alcohol while pregnant can result in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. The most severe is fetal alcohol syndrome. Learn the risks and available treatments and therapies. READ MORE

Fragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene and is passed from parent to child. Learn about symptoms and effects of this genetic disorder. READ MORE

Friedreich ataxia (FA) is an inherited disease that damages your nervous system. Symptoms usually begin between ages 5 and 15. Learn the symptoms. READ MORE

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is a genetic disorder that is most common in males. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE

Gaucher disease is a rare, inherited disorder in which you do not have enough of an enzyme called glucocerebrosidase. Learn about the three types. READ MORE