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Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome

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    What is Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria is a progressive genetic disorder. It is also called as Hutchinson Gilford progeria syndrome or (HGPS). It appears normal at birth. It causes early aging of the child, beginning in their first two years of life.

    Heart problems or stroke are the eventual cause of death in most of the cases with progeria. the average life expectancy for a child with progeria is about 13years, but in very few cases they can survive to their early 20’s.

    What are the cause of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    • Single gene mutation (Lamin A (LMNA) gene is responsible).

    • Hereditary

    What are the signs and symptoms of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    • Growth slows down

    • Visible veins

    • Diminished body fat and muscles

    • Stiff joints

    • Small chin

    • Thin nose with a beaked tip

    • Aged- looking skin

    • Hip dislocation

    • Atherosclerosis

    • Stroke

    • Loss of eyebrows and eyelashes

    • Baldness

    • High pitched voice

    • Delayed and abnormal tooth formation

    • Insulin resistance

    • Irregular heartbeat

    • Small jaw

    • Head disproportionately large for the face

    • Thin lips

    What investigations are advised in Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    • Complete case history

    • Insulin resistance

    • Cardiac stress test

    • Genetic testing

    What treatment is advised in Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    No specific treatment for progeria. Regular monitoring for cardiovascular disease may help with managing conditions. Some patients undergo coronary artery bypass surgery or dilation of cardiac arteries i.e. angioplasty to slow the progression of cardiovascular disease.

    Patients are usually put on certain therapies which may ease or a delayed sign for sometimes include:

    • Low dose aspirin

    • Physical therapy

    • Occupational therapy

    • Extraction of primary teeth

    • High calories diet

    • Feeding tube due to physical abnormalities

    • Vitamin E tablets.

    What is the prognosis of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    Progeria causes early death. Patients usually live to their teenage or in some cases they live the to early 20s. The cause of death is usually related to heat or a stroke.

    What are the complication of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    • Heart attack and congestive heart failure

    • Stroke

    • Far-sightedness

    • Atherosclerosis

    • Osteoporosis

    • Alzheimer’s disease

    How to manage Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    • Keep your child well hydrated

    • Always make your child eat high calories diet.

    • Keep feeding your child with small and frequent meals

    • Give your opportunities for regular physical activities

    • Provide your child shoes with cushion or comfort inserts

    • Keep immunization up to date.

    • Interact with your child as much as u can

    • Make them learn things appropriate for their intelligence level

    • Vitamin E plays a very good role in atherosclerosis (avoid if allergic).

    What Homeopathic treatment is advised Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria?

    -Baryta Carbonica

    -Calcarea Carbonica

    -Silica Marina

    For more information, you can visit rarediseases.org and NCBI.

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    ** The text on this website is sourced from websites like emedicine and/or other verified material by government agencies around the globe along with valuable inputs and additions by our team. The content of this page is proofread and updated by the team of doctors, every once in a while, to provide the most accurate information.

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