Progeria syndrome

A very rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the LMNA gene. It is characterized by premature aging. Signs and symptoms include failure to thrive, limited growth, alopecia, wrinkled skin, small face, development of atherosclerosis, and heart disease. There is no cure for this condition. Individuals do not usually survive beyond their early twenties. Death usually occurs as a result of complications from atherosclerosis.

Disease Alternative Name

progeria

hutchinson-gilford progeria syndrome

premature senility syndrome

hutchinson-gilford disease

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Dr. Biswabhusan Pradhan

Bsc(Hons)BHMS,MD(HOM),LLB,MCA HFA(UK)AVCA(LONDON)

Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) since 1886. HGPS is an extremely rare genetic disorder in which the symptoms resemble aspects of ageing at a very early age. The condition affects one in eight million live births and those bor...See More

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