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Andrew (trisomy 13 mosaic) with his brother Ramsey in 2003 |
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Orpington, Kent, ENGLAND -
trisomy 13,: mosaic. one cell line trisomy 13, one turners syndromeAndrew is now 21 and although autistic with severe
learning difficulties and many physical problems is generally a very happy
young man. He loves walking in the countryside and swimming. He lives in a
residential home with three other young autistic males but sees his parents
every weekend. He is well liked in his house as although it takes him some
time to get to know people, once he knows and trusts them, he is very
loving. He is non aggressive towards others but will try and bang his head
when he is in pain. Orpington, Kent, ENGLAND |