...What is Long QT Syndrome?!?!

Question: about 7 years ago, my little sister died of a condition called 'Long QT syndrome. it was sudden, and we didn't even know she had the disease.

but i'm not sure exactly what went on.

can anybody tell me what Long QT syndrome is, and is there any chance that i might have it too?

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Answers: about 7 years ago, my little sister died of a condition called 'Long QT syndrome. it was sudden, and we didn't even know she had the disease.

but i'm not sure exactly what went on.

can anybody tell me what Long QT syndrome is, and is there any chance that i might have it too?

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Sorry about your sister.
Long QT syndrome is a disorder of the heart's electrical system. It may be a congenital problem (born with it) or due to medication use.

Here is more info:
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Dise...

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