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Primordial Dwarfism is not a specific diagnosis, rather it is a class of disorders in which at least five different conditions are grouped.¹ The first symptoms of primordial dwarfism is failure for the fetus to grow normally in the womb. Primordial dwarfism is very rare and it is estimated that about 100 individuals have been identified as having the condition.²

Fast Facts:

• --Recognition of the deficiency can occur as early as 13 weeks gestation.¹
• --The average birth weight of children with primordial dwarfism is 2 lbs 3 oz.¹
• --Average adult height is typically less than 33 inches.¹

Top Resources on Primordial Dwarfism

• PrimordialDwarfism.com: Primordial Dwarfism
• Wikipedia: Primordial Dwarfism
• Nemours: Primordial Dwarfism
• Walking With Giants Foundation: Primordial Dwarfism
• WrongDiagnosis: Microcephalic Osteodysplastic Primordial Dwarfism, Type 1

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3} Nemours: Primordial Dwarfism
2. ↑ About.com: Primordial Dwarfism

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