Rachel and Benjamin have just had their first child and the doctor has confirmed that the baby has Tay-Sachs disease. What progression should they expect with this diagnosis?
A. Thick mucus will impair lung functioning and children typically do not survive past age 4.
B. Symptoms start with weakness and children typically do not live past age 6.
C. There is nothing to be concerned with as this diagnosis has minimal effect on the baby's health.
D. The infant will not likely live more than a couple of weeks.
Answer: B
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