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What disease did Henri Toulouse-Lautrec have?
Modern physicians attribute his disability to an unknown genetic disorder, possibly pycnodysostosis (also sometimes known as Toulouse-Lautrec Syndrome), or a variant disorder along the lines of osteopetrosis,achondroplasia, or osteogenesis imperfecta.
What is wrong with Atticus Shaffer?
Atticus Shaffer suffers from Osteogenisis Imperfecta (OI) most commonly known as Brittle Bone Disease. He has had numerous leg fractures through his years and has rods attached to his leg bones to help prevent further fractures and help support him. His noticeable limp is due to the OI.
Did any mini pops kids become famous?
I don't know where they were born but I do know what year they were born inJasmine was born in1999Nicolas was born in 1995Saveria was born in 1997Hayden was born in 1996Tyler was born in 1998Diane was born in 1997Jaydee-Lynn was born in 1996
When was John Grandits born?
he was born when you were born
When was Kathrin Born-Boyde born?
Kathrin Born-Boyde was born in 1970.
What countries are at risk of osteogenesis imperfecta?
USA
Can babies be born with bone fractures or bone diseases causing them?
osteogenesis imperfecta - brittle bone disease
What calcuim does for the body?
Lack of calcium can lead to Osteogenesis Imperfecta
What causes blue sclerae in osteogenesis imperfecta?
Type I Osteogenesis Imperfecta is the most common and mildest type of this disease. In this type the Scleras (whites of the eyes) usually have a blue, purple, or gray tint.
What causes Craniotabes?
premature infants(as normal finding),rickets,osteogenesis imperfecta
What is the difference between osteogenesis imperfecta and osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis occurs later in life and leads to weakening and fractures of the bones. Osteogenesis imperfecta is a congenital defect which causes fractures to occur from the slightest bump or touch in a child.
Who is the oldest living person with osteogenesis imperfecta?
The oldest living person with osteogenesis imperfecta is me. I am 67 years old. I will be 68 years old in February. I was born in February 22nd 1952 in Whittier California. I have had 87 broken bones. My first break was at 6 weeks old. I've kicked my dad in the chest while he was holding me and broke my lower left leg.
Where was osteogenesis imperfecta discovered?
Osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease, was first described by British surgeon John F. Clarke in 1695. He observed patients with fragile bones that easily fractured, leading to the recognition of this genetic disorder.
What are some of the symptoms of osteogenesis imperfecta?
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes brittleness of one bones. This can cause ones bones to break easily and even for no apparent reason. Also, it can lead to abnormally large amounts of repair tissue at the site of fractures.
What is the medical term meaning poor development of bones?
Osteogenesis imperfecta means poor development of bones.
How tall can you be with osteogenesis imperfecta?
"some people may only grow to be three feet tall"sourcehttp://www.orthop.washington.edu/?q=patient-care/articles/arthritis/osteogenesis-imperfecta.html
What has the author Jenny Ford written?
Jenny Ford has written: 'An investigation into voice quality in eight individuals with osteogenesis imperfecta'
