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Dwarfism is a genetic disorder caused by a lack of a series of chemicals which come together to form human growth hormone. It can't be prevented, but can be lessened by HGH therapy. I'm not sure about this one, but it may also be lessened to some extent by gene therapy.
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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
How do you treat dwarfism?
There is no treatment for dwarfism. It is permanent.
What are facts about dwarfism?
There are no good advantages on dwarfism or gigantism.
How do you tell if you have dwarfism?
You can tell if you have dwarfism if you are really small.
Is Dwarfism a disease?
Yes. Dwarfism is a genetic disorder.
What are the frequency statistics of dwarfism?
One in 10 thousand babies are born with Dwarfism. One in 10 thousand babies are born with Dwarfism.
How can dwarfism be prevented?
It is not possible to prevent dwarfism because most types are caused by genetic conditions. The most common form is called achondroplasia in which a parent passes on a mutated copy of the gene that causes this disorder to an offspring.
How does a person inherit dwarfism?
Dwarfism is caused by a deficiency of growth hormone
Is Dwarfism fatal?
It is fatal, but it matters of what kind of dwarfism.
What type of point mutation is dwarfism?
One type of dwarfism that is a point mutation is achondroplasia.
Who was the first person affected by dwarfism?
Impossible to know. Dwarfism predates written history
Lack of this hormone may cause dwarfism?
The lake of sometotrophin might be caused of dwarfism.
