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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 else can I help you with?
Can progeria be detected?
Yes!
Did Tom Cruise have progeria?
No, Tom Cruise has never had progeria.
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
Is progeria a dominant or recessive gene?
progeria is recessive, that's an easy question, dont be dumbactually progeria is dominant, according to the Progeria Research Foundation
Has anyone survives progeria?
The oldest person recorded with Progeria, was 21.
Are there been any new genetic treatments to treat progeria?
There is no treatment for progeria. That is genetic aberration and not a disease.
Are people with progeria obese?
The exact opposite. Children with Progeria are extremely skinny.
What is the name of the disease that causes rapid aging?
Progeria http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progeria
How likely is it for kids to get progeria?
1 in every 4-8 million newborn get Progeria.
When does progeria begin to show?
Progeria characteristics appear at 10-24 months of age.
Does progeria occur more often in females?
Progeria occurs equally in both sexes.
What disease does Justin Tsimfuckis have?
Progeria (also known as "Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome.
