Achondroplasia
Treatment:
There is no specific treatment for achondroplasia. Associated orthopedic abnormalities such as club feet should be corrected.
Expectations (prognosis):
People with achondroplasia seldom reach five feet in height. Mentality is normal. Infants who are homozygous for achondroplasia (both parents are achondroplasts and each has contributed an affected gene) seldom live beyond a few months.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you are planning to have children and there is a family history of achondroplasia.
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