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Which limitations do you have when you have achondroplasia(dwarfism)?
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Achondroplasia: Beyond the obvious limitations of small stature (being short) achondroplasia can lead to severe respiratory problems that can lead to death, also joint and spine problems including twisting of the spine.
Answered 5/9/2014
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