Achondroplasia is a condition one is born with. It can sometimes be diagnosed before birth by antenatal ultrasound scans in the third trimester.
The severity of symptoms may vary from person to person, even among family members with achondroplasia.
The main features include:
The following issues can also be present in individuals with achondroplasia, and need to be monitored for and treated if present:
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