Hi. My husband and I are trying to have a baby, but we are really worried about it. Schizophrenia is present in my husband`s family and we are afraid that we will pass it on our child. What are the chances for that?
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Hi. Schizophrenia is a complex disease and nobody knows for sure what causes it. Genetic factors has its` role - person who have somebody in the family with schizophrenia, is more likely to get the disease. Schizophrenia occurs in 1% of the general population. However, 10% of people who have parents, brothers and sisters with schizophrenia, will get this disorder. Symptoms of schizophrenia usually appear in your late 20s-30s.
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There is a very large genetic component to schizophrenia with a 70% concordance rate between twins. I would strongly recommend an appointment with a genetics counselor if possible. It may not change your mind on having children, but it will let you know the risk up front.
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My fiance has schizophrenia. This disease has began to destroy our lives. He is very ill and medication is not seeming to help. He is under a doctor's supervision but I feel so helpless! I do not know where to turn or how to help him most of the time. I recently found out I am pregnant but dont know how to tell him. I am afraid for our child and our future! What do I do now?
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