How does achondroplasia affect my child’s body?

How does achondroplasia affect my child’s body?

Infants born with achondroplasia normally have weak muscle tone (hypotonia), which could delay motor skill development. There’s is also a high risk of spinal cord compression and upper respiratory blockages among infants, which increases the risk of health complications.

It is common for people with achondroplasia to have breathing problems, recurrent ear infections and be prone to obesity.

All children with achondroplasia should be carefully monitored regularly by a healthcare provider to treat or prevent any symptoms that may arise.