X-linked genetic conditions are genetic diseases affecting the X chromosome and also indirectly the Y chromosome. Typically they are inherited, but cases of sporadic genetic disease can occur. For details, see inheritance of x-linked recessive diseases (most common type) or inheritance of x-linked dominant diseases (rare type of x-linked disease).
The list of types of X-linked Genetic Diseases mentioned in various sources includes:
More general medical disease topics related to X-linked Genetic Diseases include:
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