Patient's question:
That's right, my brother is now intellectually disabled, and there have been no similar medical records shown from my parents' side. I'm upset about whether there could be intergenerational inheritance? How can hospitals provide a definitive result for this? Because of this issue, my girlfriend is unwilling to marry me. Please help me if you can.Doctor's answer:
It depends on whether your brother's condition is genetic or caused by environmental factors. For example, in many cases, it is due to the use of certain medications during pregnancy that harmed the fetal brain, which would never be inherited across generations. Considering your family has no similar medical history, the likelihood of intergenerational inheritance is relatively low. Additionally, patients should develop a regular lifestyle, adhere to treatment, maintain a light diet, and engage in aerobic exercise to boost their immunity and reduce the risk of illness.