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Progeria - FAQs

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond)

Last Updated on Apr 19, 2013

Q: Who treats individuals with Progeria?

A: They are initially treated by a pediatrician who will refer the case to a geriatry specialist. Other specialist like cardiologists will be involved in the treatment.

Published on Nov 22, 2012
Last Updated on Apr 19, 2013

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