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Can adults get Progeria?
No, adults can't get progeria, progeria is in the genes, so the person will be immediatly affected with it, you don't see adults with progeria, because most people with progeria die before they turn 13
Are people with progeria obese?
The exact opposite. Children with Progeria are extremely skinny.
Are there been any new genetic treatments to treat progeria?
There is no treatment for progeria. That is genetic aberration and not a disease.
Do black people get progeria?
Yes...The first black child diagnosed with progeria is named Ontlametse Phalatse.
How many people have progeria?
As of July 2014, there are just 100 people that have progeria in the entire world. The disease is very rare.
What kind of disease is progeria?
Progeria is a disease of premature rapid aging. By the time individuals afflicted with progeria are just 5-7 years old, they can look like elderly people.
Is there an cure for progeria?
no there is no cure, progeria is a disease that contains people missing cells in there body which for cannot be replaced with more cells.
Is there any pictures of kids with progeria?
If you go to google and type in "kids with progeria" a few pics pop up that might be what you are looking for.
How long do people with progeria usually live?
poor
What is the disease that make young people look old?
Progeria or Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome to give it it's full name.
How is Progeria detected?
Simply by sight. If the child is skinnier than normal, it is possible he/she has Progeria. If he/she has no hair, isn't eating a lot, super skinny, not growing at normal speed it is possible they have Progeria. Contact your doctor if your child has portrayed any of these things.
What limitations do people with progeria have?
children with progeria can do just as much as regular children. they can play sports and participate in activities. the only limitation they really have is their stiff joints.
