Week 2 Discussion: Genetics, Cancer, and Therapies

For this discussion, choose either option A or option B for your initial post and identify your choice (for example, "Discussion 1 A " or “Discussion 1 B ").

Option A: Choose one genetic disorder from your Norris textbook. How can this disorder be attributed to environmental factors? Summarize the key pathophysiological concepts of the chosen disorder relative to the body‘s normal physiological function. What is the role of surgical options? Briefly explain the scope of immunotherapy for this condition.
Option B: Compare the genetic and molecular basis of cancer among children compared to adults. What are some common causes of cancer among children? How do these causes differ from causes of cancer in adults? How does the SEER program help to reduce cancer in the United States? Include recommendations for genetic assessment and screening. Briefly explain the scope of possible gene therapy.

CITATION INSTRUCTION:
Include at least 2 scholarly external references
Include this internal references:

Norris, T. L. (2020). Porth’s essentials of pathophysiology (5th ed.). Wolters Kluwer. ISBN-13: 978-1-975107-19-2