Saturday, April 24, 2010
Progeria
The oldest living person with Progeria was Susana Guadalajara of Mexico; she passed away on September 9th at the age of 22.
Progeria
In come cases, you don't even realize your child has Progeria until about 18 months of life.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Just like regular teens, teens with OI struggle with self-esteem, self-confidence and friendships. Some teens with OI may be attracted to different types of dangerous behaviors, including drug or alcohol abuse in an effort to deal with with the challenges of being an adolescent.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Though the children effected look much older, they still have the mind of a child.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Interesting Fact
Russell-Silver Syndrome was discovered in 1953 by Dr. H. K. Silver and in 1954 by Dr. A. Russell.
Interesting Fact two
Their are some patients that pretty much recover dramatically with the help of hormone therapy. They still have the disease, but it helps alot with their growth and social skills.
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