Progeria

Ory Swinging

Progeria is a rare genetic condition.

Only one child out of 8 million are found to have this disease. Doctors believe that in actuality, only one child in 4 million have Progeria.

Today, there is only 30 children around the world that have Progeria.

Each child is short in stature. They will not grow to be more than 4 feet in height.

They have very little hair if any.

Their voices are higher pitched than normal.

Their teeth take longer to grow and sometimes require the removal of one or more teeth in order to make room for more.

They have tight, wrinkled skin.

They have stiffness in the joints.

Most children develop cardiovascular problems. This is the major cause of death in these children.

Their average life span is 13 years.

The gene has been found that causes Progeria.

There is no known cure, but that is what prayers are for.

Ory@coolory.com