Nanism (Noun)

Meaning

A genetic abnormality resulting in short stature.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

• Pituitary nanism is a genetic abnormality that results in the underproduction of growth hormone, leading to short stature in affected individuals.
• Surgical interventions may be necessary to correct associated skeletal deformities in cases of pituitary nanism.
• Genetic counseling can help families with a history of pituitary nanism make informed reproductive choices.
• Nanism resulting from a growth hormone deficiency is typically diagnosed during childhood and can be treated with hormone replacement therapy.
• Families affected by pituitary nanism often seek out support groups to cope with the unique challenges associated with the condition.

Synonyms

• Dwarfism

Hypernyms

• Inherited Disorder
• Hereditary Disease
• Inherited Disease
• Genetic Disease
• Genetic Abnormality
• Genetic Defect
• Congenital Disease
• Hereditary Condition

Hyponyms

• Pycnodysostosis