What is the cause, symptoms, treatment of progeria?

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.

Progeria: Progeria is a genetic disorder, usually due to new mutations. It causes characteristics of early aging. There can be small stature, loss of hair, wrinkled skin,loss of vision, scleroderma, large head to body ratio, small & recessed jaw, pinched nose, dental problems, fragile bones, renal failure & cardiovascular problems that usually result in death. Treatment is symptomatic.