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10 Uncommon Genetic Mutations in Humans

Published on December 26, 2017 at 7:35 am by Tina Hadzic in Lists

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5. Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP)

Approximately 1 in 2 million people worldwide are diagnosed with FOP. People who have this condition suffer as muscle and connective tissue become ossified, that is, turned into bone. Any injury to the muscles can result in ossification of the area. Over the time, the condition affects person’s mobility, ability to eat and speak, and in certain cases, causes breathing difficulties.

10 Uncommon Genetic Mutations in Humans

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