Arachnodactyly
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What is arachnodactyly?
Arachnodactyly is an abnormal bone development characterized by extra long and slender hands and fingers, such that the clenched thumb extends beyond the ulnar side of the hand. It can include feet and toes and has been associated with several gene mutations and syndromes.
Common symptoms reported by people with arachnodactyly
Treatments taken by people with arachnodactyly
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Compare treatments taken by people with arachnodactyly
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Who has arachnodactyly on PatientsLikeMe?
- 3 patients have this condition
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 0 say arachnodactyly is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 0 | |
| 50s | 0 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 0 | |
| Female | 3 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 3 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 0 |
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