Silver-Russel dwarfism
Silver-Russel dwarfism Causes
The exact cause of Silver-Russell dwarfism is unknown but lately, some researches link it to a genetic component in the maternal genes.
Silver-Russel dwarfism Definition
Silver-Russell dwarfism is another type of less common dwarfism. It is also known as Silver ? Russell Syndrome and Russell ? Silver syndrome.
Silver-Russel dwarfism Diagnosis
Genetic tests for Silver-Russell dwarfism have recently been developed' however it cannot guarantee accurate and efficient results yet.
Silver-Russel dwarfism Symptoms and Signs
Not all individuals with Silver-Russell dwarfism will present all the characteristic traits and symptoms of the syndrome. Intrauterine Growth Restriction is a general symptom that may indicate the disease in combination with some of the following symptoms: ? Birth weight of less than 2.8kg ? The baby lacks interest in feeding and when he does, difficulty is often observed. ? Excessive night sweating and paleness in the skin, which can be a symptom of hypoglycemia. ? Characteristic facial features includes: 1. Triangle looking face 2. Corners of the mouth are curved down 3. Small jaw 4. Chin that looks pointed 5. Large head ? Younger children have a blue tinge in the whites of the eye ? Fontanel that is wide and closes later than normal ? Delayed growth ? One side of the body grows slowly than the other ? A remarkable loss of subcutaneous fat.
Silver-Russel dwarfism Treatment
Part of the treatment for Silver-Russell dwarfism include growth hormone therapy; however it cannot guarantee full growth potential but just assistance to improve the condition.