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Who is affected achondroplasia?
The offspring of the parents are affected
How many people in the world have Achondroplasia?
40.000
What systems in the body are affected by achondroplasia?
the skeletal system
How much is medicines or hospitals for people with achondroplasia?
There are no medications for achondroplasia
How many people are born with achondroplasia each year?
Approximately 1 in 15,000 to 40,000 births result in a child with achondroplasia each year.
How long do people with Achondroplasia live?
as long as people do.
Can you get achondroplasia with out having a parent that has it?
Yes People with achondroplasia can be born to parents that do not have the condition. This is the result of a new mutation.[2]
Who are famous people with achondroplasia?
Verne Troyer, Jason Acuna
Who named achondroplasia?
Achondroplasia was named by the French physician Gabriel Roux in 1878. The term is derived from the Greek words "a" (without), "chondro" (cartilage), and "plasia" (formation), reflecting the abnormal development of cartilage in affected individuals.
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How many people a year are affected by tornadoes?
thousands of people are affected
What age does a person with achondroplasia die?
Individuals with achondroplasia typically have a normal life expectancy, often living into their 50s or beyond. While they may face certain health challenges and complications associated with the condition, these do not generally shorten their lifespan significantly. With appropriate medical care and management of associated issues, many people with achondroplasia lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
