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Could you explain what is progeria and how do people get it?

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Supportive care: This rare pattern of premature aging is caused by a random new genetic mutation. Assessment and confirmantion of any such DX by a geneticist is imperitive. Most work with a team of specialists who can monitor the DX specific healthrisks ; provide guidence for your local source of care.They can also help you find support groups ; other parents in the same situation.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

New genetic mutation: Progeria (Hutchinson–Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS))is a genetic disorder which is usually due to new mutations. It causes characteristics of early aging. There can be total loss of hair, wrinkled skin,loss of vision, scleroderma, large head to body ratio, small jaw,renal failure & cardiovascular problems that usually result in death.

Answered 9/7/2020

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