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Some people with autism have dysmorphic facial features but others look normal. why is that?
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Many causes of autis: Their are many causes of autism. Many of these disorders are genetic in origin. In some of those patients they may well have dysmorphic or abnormal facial appearance. In other cases they appear to have a perfectly normal physical examination. Be sure and check with your child's provider if you have a specific question.
Answered 7/8/2013
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