Tag: Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome
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Progeria in Infants: Understanding Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome
Read more Progeria, also known scientifically as Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS), is an extraordinarily rare genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in every 4 to 8 million newborns. This syndrome is characterized by accelerated aging in children, with the most prevalent form being Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria. What Are the Symptoms of Progeria? Children diagnosed with progeria…