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My son may have achondroplasia(dwarfism). is there a way to treat this?
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Yes and no: The complications of achondroplasia can be treated, but the underlying problem is genetic and cannot be "fixed.".
Answered 8/26/2020
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Achondroplasia: This isa genetic condition. Its not curable, but some of the meds like growth hormone can help withtheheight.
Answered 7/24/2013
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