Achondroplasia: Symptoms & Signs (Achondroplastic Dwarfism)

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Achondroplasia

Alternate Names : Achondroplastic Dwarfism

Achondroplasia | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

The features of achondroplasia are:

dwarfism

a large head with a prominent forehead

a low bridge of the nose

disproportionately short arms and legs

curvature of the spine, known as kyphosis

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Author: Minot Cleveland, MD
Reviewer: Ronald Jorgenson, DDS, PhD, FACMG
Date Reviewed: 05/07/01

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