Shanda developed normally the first few months of life, but by 18 months she had slowed head growth and stereotyped hand movements. She became socially disengaged and lost language. Genetic testing revealed a mutation in the MECP2 gene. Shanda has

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Rett syndrome is characterized by normal early growth followed by a loss of purposeful hand skills, slowed head growth, and social withdrawal, often due to mutations in the MECP2 gene.

Shanda Developed Normally the First Few Months of Life, but by 18