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If it results in a lowered production of growth hormone then yes, dwarfism can result.
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What type of point mutation is dwarfism?
One type of dwarfism that is a point mutation is achondroplasia.
What type of dwarfism does Mikey Post suffer from?
Diastrophic Dwarfism, but I wouldn't say he is "suffering" much.
What organ does dwarfism affect?
Dwarfism affects the entire body. More particularly the neck, abdomen, head, and chest.
What is hypopituitarism?
It's a condition where the pituitary gland doesn't work properly or stops working altogether.
Is there a disorder for elf-ism as there is dwarfism?
Yes!
What type of point mutation is dwarfism?
One type of dwarfism that is a point mutation is achondroplasia.
What type of dwarfism does Mikey Post suffer from?
Diastrophic Dwarfism, but I wouldn't say he is "suffering" much.
What type of dwarfism does Matt roloff have?
diastrophic dysplasia
How can hypopituitarism be prevented?
There is no known prevention of hypopituitarism, except for prevention of damage to the pituitary/hypothalamic area from injury.
Does Hypopituitarism run in the family?
There are many known individuals that have been diagnosed with the issue of "Hypopituitarism." This condition is very likely to run in family circles.
Is dwarfism x or y linked?
it depends on which gender has dwarfism so if the women has dwarfism the she could have a baby that has dwarfism
Will a child with hypopituitarism learn to walk?
yes...
What diseases or disorders can affect the hypothalamus?
Hypopituitarism
Can Achondroplasia affect a person's lifespan?
No. Although types of dwarfism, and their severity and complications, vary from person to person, in general a child's life span is not affected by dwarfism. (:
What was the name of the asylum that Esther escaped from in the movie orphan?
Esther was a 33-year-old woman named Leena Klammer, who posed as a 9-year-old girl. She suffered from hypopituitarism, a rare disorder where the pituitary gland stops working. She suffered from dwarfism as a result of the disorder.
How do you treat dwarfism?
There is no treatment for dwarfism. It is permanent.
What part of the body does Hypopituitarism effect?
The pituitary gland
