Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 I am 18 and I am 4'8 but I dont know if that makes me a dwarf or not. I am sorry if this is a dumb statement but I am trying to understand. I have normal proportions and everything but I am just short. My parents never had me tested for anything because they didnt see a problem. I am just not sure if just being short makes you a dwarf or you have to have some genetic difference. I didnt really start thinking about it to much untill I saw several shows on Maury (the talk show) that had people on that were my size and some were a inch or two taller. Could anyone explain things to me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 31, 2001 Report Share Posted October 31, 2001 I'm sure you'll get many responses most of which may direct you to lpaonline.org which will tell you everything you wanted to know about dwarfism but were afraid to ask. Technically speaking , according to the medical profession, anyone 4'10 " or less is a dwarf - even if you don't have a form of dwarfism. Do try to be evaluated/diagnosed in the interest of your health. Some types of dwarfism have medical issues that need to be evaluated or addressed. As you say, you may not have a form of dwarfism, but there are other factors that can inhibit growth. I hope this list is helpful to you, it may seem that folks get a little hot under the collar sometimes, but don't ever be afraid to ask questions, we are here to help! ;-) Good luck and best wishes! -Marty >>> <violethaze00@...> 10/31/01 03:13AM >>> I am 18 and I am 4'8 but I dont know if that makes me a dwarf or not. I am sorry if this is a dumb statement but I am trying to understand. I have normal proportions and everything but I am just short. My parents never had me tested for anything because they didnt see a problem. I am just not sure if just being short makes you a dwarf or you have to have some genetic difference. I didnt really start thinking about it to much untill I saw several shows on Maury (the talk show) that had people on that were my size and some were a inch or two taller. Could anyone explain things to me? === Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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