What is multiple epiphyseal dysplasia?
Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia is an inherited spectrum of conditions characterized by malformation (dysplasia) of the "growing portion" or head of the long bones (epiphyses). Some characteristics include, abnormally short thighbone (femur), short hands and fingers, short stature, and joint pain.
How do members experience multiple epiphyseal dysplasia?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with multiple epiphyseal dysplasia*
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for multiple epiphyseal dysplasia*
Who has multiple epiphyseal dysplasia on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 2 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 5 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 2 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | |
| Female | 5 |