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Bloom syndrome is characterized by growth delay manefesting in utero and results in short stature, red sun-sensitive skin lesions on the face, and an increased risk of cancers with earlier than expected ages of onset. Approximately 1 in 104 people with Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry are carriers of Bloom syndrome.

Top Resources on Bloom Syndrome

• Wikipedia: Bloom Syndrome
• eMedicine: Bloom Syndrome
• Genetics Home Reference: Bloom Syndrome
• Bloom's Syndrome Foundation: Bloom Syndrome
• About.com: Bloom Syndrome
• National Organization for Rare Disorders (via WebMD): Bloom Syndrome
• DermNetNZ: Bloom Syndrome

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