I'm Adopted, Should I See A Genetic Counselor?
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I was adopted as an infant and my parents know very little about my family history. My husband and I are starting to think seriously about trying to conceive, but I'm worried that I might have some genetic condition that would be bad to pass on. I've personally never had any problems, but some things can skip generations, and so on. Would it be valuable for me to see a genetic counselor, and are they any tests they can do to determine if I have any risky genes?
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Monday 15th of March 2010 11:29:05 AM
It would be valuable not only because you are adoptedn and have not so much information of your biologyc history, but because its a really great idea as long as you can make a study and see what is the chances of you avoid some genetic problems before you get pregnant, so I agree with you to look after a genetic counselor before get pregnant. Good Lucky.
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Wednesday 31st of March 2010 12:24:26 PM
There are tests that can be done to make sure that you don't carry any recessive genes for major diseases, but they are generally very expensive and should be done on both you and your husband to truly rule out any genetic predisposition to disease. Before you make a commitment either way, make sure you ask yourself just how important having a genetically connected child is for you. If it's a 10 out of 10, remember that none of us know what will happen when we conceive, even if we know our history. If it's not that important and you are very concerned about having an unhealthy child, maybe adopting is a good option for you.
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Morgan Thursday 4th of February 2010 10:15:46 PM
Absolutely. When you're not sure of your roots you should either trace your heritage or see a genetic counselor to check for genetic problems or defects, anything dangerous for a baby.
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Wednesday 31st of March 2010 12:39:54 AM
If I am adopted child, it doesn’t really matter if you are adopted or not. Better be contented of what you are now and your present situation. I suggest concentrate on your pregnancy rather than researching your family genetics. You may study about pregnancy rather than hiring genetic counselor. Pregnancy is the best event or stage of womanhood. Though you are adopted, it does not bear your status at the moment.
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