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Progeria narrowly refers to Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome, but the term is also used more generally to describe any of the so-called "accelerated aging diseases". The word progeria is derived from the Greek for "prematurely old". Because the "accelerated aging" diseases display different aspects of aging, but never every aspect, they are often called segmental progerias by biogerontologists.
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome is an extremely rare genetic condition which causes physical changes that resemble greatly accelerated aging in sufferers. The disease affects between 1 in 4 million (estimated actual) and 1 in 8 million (reported) newborns. Currently, there are approximately 40-45 known cases in the world. There is no known cure. Most people with progeria die around 13 years of age. Progeria is of interest to scientists because the disease may reveal clues about factors involved in the process of aging. Unlike most other "accelerated aging diseases" (such as Werner's syndrome, Cockayne's syndrome or xeroderma pigmentosum), progeria is not caused by defective DNA repair.
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Man with Progeria disorder dies at 22 in Bihar http://tinyurl.com/yccqgjk
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Man with Progeria disorder dies at 22 in Bihar http://tinyurl.com/yccqgjk
Progeria victim dies in Bihar http://news.oneindia.in/2009/12/26/bihar-progeria-victim-dies-before-meeting-big-b.html
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Progeria victim dies in Bihar http://news.oneindia.in/2009/12/26/bihar-progeria-victim-dies-before-meeting-big-b.html
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Sad RT @Mrityunjoykjha: The real Pa (Bihar progeria victim) dies without meeting Big B.:)
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Sad RT @Mrityunjoykjha: The real Pa (Bihar progeria victim) dies without meeting Big B.:)
The real Pa (Bihar progeria victim) dies without meeting Big B.:)
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The real Pa (Bihar progeria victim) dies without meeting Big B.:)
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Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) Resource Page - Provides an overview of the disease as well as links to resources.
NORD: Progeria, Hutchinson Gilford - Outlines the symptoms and lists related organizations.
Meta Description: [ National Organization for Rare Disorders is dedicated to helping people with rare, orphan diseases. Rarediseases.org contains information on the prevention, treatment and cure of rare diseases. ]
NORD: Werner Syndrome - Offers alternative names, a general discussion and further resources.
Meta Description: [ National Organization for Rare Disorders is dedicated to helping people with rare, orphan diseases. Rarediseases.org contains information on the prevention, treatment and cure of rare diseases. ]
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man - Progeria - Progeria medical database resource for textual information, pictures, and reference information.
Progeria Family Circle - Overview of the rare disorder, symptoms, and experiences of children with Progeria and their families.
Progeria Project Foundation - A group concerned about the well-being and quality of life for Progeria children and their families.
Meta Description: [ Progeria: A very rare terminal condition. From the Greek meaning "prematurely old". Characterized by an appearance of accelerated aging. This Web Site is for all those who are directly or indirectly affected by the condition. We hope to provide pertinent information, solutions, and a contact base... ]
Progeria Research Foundation, Inc. - Medical research, education, support, and fundraising for this pre-mature aging disease.
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Progeria.ca: Too Young to be Old - Information and community portal. Includes explanation of progeria, book list, and a forum.
Meta Description: [ Progeria.ca: Information and community site. ]
University of Washington: Werner Syndrome - Images of persons with this disease and diagnostic criteria for WRN and contact information for a central repository of WS data and research and materials.
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