Conditions Center

Welcome to the Conditions Center, where you can stay updated with the latest news, research, and general information about a number of certain rare genetic diseases. Each section highlights information about each disease, related news articles, personal stories submitted by other Brave Community users, and a variety of resources that may be helpful in your pursuit for information about certain rare diseases.

Fabry Disease

Fabry disease is a rare hereditary disease, and one of a group of more than 40 disorders called lysosomal storage diseases. Lysosomes are a part of the cell in which particular waste products are broken down into.

Gaucher Disease

Gaucher disease is a rare inherited disorder that affects specific cells and organs in the body. The areas most affected include the spleen, liver, and bones, as well as the central nervous system...

HAE (Hereditary Angioedema)

One of several types of angioedema, hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic disease characterized by recurrent sudden attacks of edema, or swelling, of the skin (including the hands, arms, feet, legs.....

Hunter syndrome (MPS II)

Hunter syndrome, or mucopolysaccharidosis II (MPS II), is a serious genetic disorder that primarily affects males. It interferes with the body’s ability to break down and recycle specific mucopolysaccharides, also known.....

MLD (Metachromatic Leukodystrophy)

Metachromatic leukodystrophy (met-a-kro-mat-tik loo-ko-dis-tro-fee), or MLD, is an inherited disorder that causes fatty substances, also called lipids, to accumulate in key cells throughout the body...

Sanfilippo Type A (MPS IIIA)

Sanfilippo A syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA (MPS IIIA), is a rare genetic disease that affects many body systems and may lead to behavioral problems, deterioration in mental development, and damage...