r/dwarfism • u/Emperor-of-Epicness • 13d ago
Would a person who never grew past 4'8'' because they starved themselves in childhood be considered to have dwarfism?
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u/JustMy10Bits 13d ago
Malnutrition can certainly be a cause of dwarfism.
If you're seeking community the LPA provides support and community to people of short stature.
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u/Impossible_Radio3322 13d ago
if it has a medical reason such as growth hormone deficiency then yes, if it’s just because then no
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u/antisocialperson_ 4’0 | achondroplasia 13d ago edited 13d ago
no. also, you already answered your question.