Re: charcot-marie-tooth disease

[Charles Sullivan]

Hi: I got this information from www.WebMD.com (It is a great web site, check it out for other information) . I hope it may help you in some way.

Barbara Sullivan 

 

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From: Charles Sullivan

Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2003 6:01 PM

Subject: charcot-marie-tooth

 

Charcot-Marie-Tooth

Charcot Marie Tooth Association

National. 25 affiliated groups. Founded 1983.

Information and support for patients and families affected by Charcot-Marie-Tooth disorders (also known as peroneal muscular atrophy or hereditary motor sensory neuropathy). Referrals, newsletter, phone help, VCR tapes, support groups, conferences.

WRITE:
CMT Association
2700 Chestnut Parkway
Chester, PA 19013
CALL: 1-800-606-2682 Pat Dreibelbis
(610)499-9264
FAX: (610)499-9267
E-MAIL: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
VERIFIED: 7/2/2001

C.M.T. International

International network. 2000+ members. Founded 1984

Sharing and caring for those with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (also known as peroneal muscular atrophy or hereditary motor sensory neuropathy). Information for patients and professionals. Newsletter, list of publications on various aspects of CMT available.

WRITE:
CMT Int'l
One Springbank Dr.
St. Catharines, Ontario, L2S 2K1
CALL: (905)687-3630 (Mon-Thur,10-4)
FAX: (905)687-8753
E-MAIL: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
WEBSITE: http://www.cmtint.org
http://www.charcot-marie-tooth.org
VERIFIED: 5/10/2002
Charcot Marie Tooth Disease

Important

It is possible that the main title of the report Charcot Marie Tooth Disease is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report.

Synonyms

• CMT
• Hereditary Sensory Motor Neuropathy
• HSMN
• Peroneal Muscular Atrophy

Disorder Subdivisions

• None

General Discussion

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a hereditary neurological disorder characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy, primarily in the legs. Disappearance of the protective fatty layers surrounding the nerves (segmental demyelination) of peripheral nervous system and associated degeneration of part of the nerve cells (axons) characterize this disorder.

Resources

Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association
2700 Chestnut St
Chester, PA 19013
Tel: (610)499-7486      Fax: (610)499-7487
Tel: (800)606-2682
Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Internet: http://www.charcot-marie-tooth.org

Muscular Dystrophy Association
3300 E. Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718

Tel: (520)529-2000  Fax: (520)529-5300
Tel: (800)572-1717
Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Internet: http://www.mdausa.org

NIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

"Brain Resources and Information Network" (BRAIN)
PO Box 5801
Bethesda, MD 20824
Tel: (301)496-5751  Fax: (301)402-2186
Tel: (800)352-9424
Internet: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/

For a Complete Report

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The information provided in this report is not intended for diagnostic purposes. It is provided for information purposes only. This information is presented for further understanding that could lead to the prevention, treatment, and/or cure of rare disorders. NORD recommends that affected individuals seek the advice or counsel of his or her own personal physician(s).

It is possible that the title of this topic is not the name you selected. Please check the Synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and Disorder Subdivision(s) covered by this report.

This disease entry is based upon medical information available through the date at the end of the topic. Since NORD's resources are limited, it is not possible to keep every entry in the Rare Disease Database completely current and accurate. Please check with the agencies listed in the Resources section for the most current information about this disorder.

For additional information and assistance about rare disorders, please contact the National Organization for Rare Disorders at P.O. Box 1968, Danbury, CT 06813-1968; phone (203) 744-0100; web site www.rarediseases.org or email [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Last Updated:  6/4/1999

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