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We just found out that my younger sister has scoliosis? is it genetic?
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Yes: Checlk the girls in the family it is still a uncommon disorder to pass along.
Answered 7/5/2012
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It is thought to be: Although the mode of inheritance is not well understood. In adulthood, scoliosis is well tolerated when it is mild.
Answered 4/25/2016
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