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What is Fanconi Anemia?

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Fanconi anemia (FA) presents unique challenges, impacting individuals and families profoundly. Empowering yourself and your healthcare team with knowledge can be pivotal in managing an FA diagnosis and choosing the best path for your care and treatment.

Given the underlying DNA repair issue, individuals with FA face significantly elevated risks of developing various cancers at much younger ages compared to the general population. Discover more about FA, including our Clinical Care Guidelines as well as key information to empower yourself in your care when it comes to cancer prevention. Notably, advancements in research have led to a growing population of adults with FA, underscoring the importance of ongoing exploration and support in this field.

Fanconi Anemia Explained

What Is FA?

FA is a genetic disease caused by mutations in any of the known 23 genes (including genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2) that play a role in the FA DNA repair pathway. FA is considered a cancer-predisposition or cancer-susceptibility disease. Decades of research have revealed that faulty DNA repair causes FA, and individuals with FA are much more likely to develop cancer at a young age.

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Clinical Care Guidelines

At Fanconi Cancer Foundation, we are in relentless pursuit of better care, better treatment, and ultimately, a cure for FA and FA-related cancers. Our clinical care guidelines are here as a resource for medical and care team providers who may never have crossed paths with FA before, in hopes they are able to provide better support for patients with FA.

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Cancer Awareness and Empowerment

Cancer can be daunting, and it’s natural to want to avoid dwelling on it. At FCF, we understand the weight of this concern for families affected by FA. That’s why we’re committed to partnering with the FA research and medical community to confront this challenge head-on. While experts work tirelessly towards solutions, we encourage you to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.

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Resource Library

Explore our library of educational materials and videos to empower individuals and families impacted by FA. Gain insights, guidance, and understanding to navigate FA’s complexities with more confidence.

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