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Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia

What is Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia?

Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia is a rare cartilage and bone disorder.

 

Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia is a rare cartilage and bone disorder.
Acknowledgement of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
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Synonyms for Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
Dominant multiple epiphyseal dysplasia can be caused by mutations in the COMP, COL9A1, COL9A2, COL9A3, or MATN3 gene.
There are several symptoms that affect people with Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia.
Name Description
Short thighbone Short thighbone
Pain in the hips and knees Pain in the hips and knees
Short stature Short stature
Diagnosis of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
Diagnostic tests of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet
Treatments of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
Normal life span; osteoarthritis especially of the hip.
Tips or Suggestions of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
References of Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia has not been added yet.
med questions Created by krissi2230
Last updated 29 Nov 2014, 08:57 AM

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:57 AM

If you want to chat to someone please contact me. My son is 20 now has MED just had first hip replacement... We weren't told about the cast so he hasn't led a normal life unfortunately..

Posted by mynewmonkey
5 May 2012, 11:27 PM

Hello, sorry to hear about your son. I to have the condition and I was diagnosed at the age of 2, because they caught it early they were able to put me in a half body cast which helped me while I was younger. The cast helped with the density of my bones around my joint without putting any pressure on my joints. Doctors have told me that the cast has held off a lot of the pain and symptoms during my youth and I was able to be a "normal" boy. I would search your area for a good doctor who knows about M.E.D or that are willing to learn about it, don't be afraid to speak to a few different doctors until you find the right one. I hope that helps you even a little.

Posted by krissi2230
4 Jan 2012, 03:10 AM

Im pretty sure my 6 year old son has med. His father has it. When he was 2 I had him tested at seattle childrens hospital. they did x-rays and asked about family history. They said he didnt have it. However lately he has been sating his knees and hips hurt, especially after activity or walking. Just yesterday and today he said they hurt when he first woke up. From what i have read symptoms dont present until 6 or 7 years of age. I am just looking for other people affected by this disorder. Also im looking for the best drs and specialists in the nation. And support for him, and also for me.....

Surgical options? Created by mynewmonkey
Last updated 29 Nov 2014, 08:54 AM

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:54 AM

Are you still on here? My son just turned 20 and has just had first hip replacement. He is already in a wheelchair for any distances. I don't think you will be stuck in a wheelchair if you have hip replacements so don't get alarmed.

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:54 AM

Are you still on here? My son just turned 20 and has just had first hip replacement. He is already in a wheelchair for any distances. I don't think you will be stuck in a wheelchair if you have hip replacements so don't get alarmed.

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:54 AM

Are you still on here? My son just turned 20 and has just had first hip replacement. He is already in a wheelchair for any distances. I don't think you will be stuck in a wheelchair if you have hip replacements so don't get alarmed.

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Any updates on treatment???? Created by Boxalls
Last updated 29 Nov 2014, 08:51 AM

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:51 AM

I have just read your post. I am James mum! We struggled to find out what was wrong with James as MED is so rare! His symptoms are short stature, small stubby hands and feet and pain when trying to walk mainly in hips. We firstly were with Gt Ormond Street and then the Royal Orthopedic Hospital in Stanmore UK. We then found a great surgeon locally who has just done the first of two hip replacements.. What are your daughters symptoms ? Would be lovely to hear from you have been so alone on this journey. Beverly

Posted by jpmorton
29 Nov 2014, 08:44 AM

I am 20 years old and am having two hip replacements at moment to stop the pain and help me walk. Having lived with the pain all my life I cope well with painkillers like Ibroprofen and luckily havnt had to have stronger ones!

Posted by Boxalls
28 Nov 2014, 11:42 AM

I would love to hear if anyone has any updates of treatment for MED and also how are you managing the pain, which medications are being used and are they successful?

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My 21 year old daughter has Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia. We are still unsure of which strain of the disease she has as all of the testing has come back with negative results. She may have a...
I am 20 and have just had my first hip replacement the second due in New Year.

 

 

Would be great to hear from anyone else with MED.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hello I have had M.E.D for the past 23yrs and I'm looking for people in the same situation
Im 29 years old and Im pretty sure my 6 year old son has MED......His father does and he is just now starting to present symptoms...he is such an active boy and my heart just breaks for him. Im...
I am a 57 year woman with multiple Sclerosis, but I have an 11 year old grandaughter with Multiple Epiphyseal Dysplasia.
My son had genetic testing done for Multiple Epiphyseal displaysia. He tested positive for one of the gene mutations, I don't have all the details yet, just got brief results by phone today. I am...

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Created by krissi2230 | Last updated 29 Nov 2014, 08:57 AM

Surgical options?

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Any updates on treatment????

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