Published 12:00 am Thursday, October 10, 2024 By Melanie Miller Dear Neighbor, I am the mother of a 33-year-old young man who has multiple health concerns which he did not bring upon himself. My son has Marfan Syndrome, epilepsy, psoriatic arthritis and chronic gout. Marfan Syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects connective tissue. It can involve the eyes, heart and blood vessels, skeleton and organ systems. The syndrome tends to worsen with age.