This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
| Medical Terms | Other Names | Learn More: HPO ID |
|---|---|---|
| 80%-99% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Abnormality of epiphysis morphology |
Abnormal shape of end part of bone
|
0005930 |
| Osteoarthritis |
Degenerative joint disease
|
0002758 |
| 30%-79% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Arthralgia |
Joint pain
|
0002829 |
| Gait disturbance |
Abnormal gait
Abnormal walk
Impaired gait
[ more ]
|
0001288 |
| Hip dysplasia | 0001385 | |
| Limitation of joint mobility |
Decreased joint mobility
Decreased mobility of joints
Limited joint mobility
Limited joint motion
[ more ]
|
0001376 |
| Micromelia | 0002983 | |
|
Decreased body height
Small stature
[ more ]
|
0004322 | |
| 5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Genu valgum |
Knock knees
|
0002857 |
| Genu varum | 0002970 | |
| Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
| 0000006 | ||
| Childhood onset | 0011463 | |
| Epiphyseal dysplasia | 0002656 | |
| Flattened epiphysis |
Flat end part of bone
|
0003071 |
| Irregular epiphyses |
Irregular end part of long bone
|
0010582 |
| Knee osteoarthritis | 0005086 | |
| Mild short stature | 0003502 | |
| Short palm | 0004279 | |
| Small epiphyses |
Small end part of bone
|
0010585 |
| Waddling gait |
'Waddling' gait
Waddling walk
[ more ]
|
0002515 |
Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. Healthcare professionals typically look at a person’s medical history, symptoms, physical exam, and laboratory test results in order to make a diagnosis. The following resources provide information relating to diagnosis and testing for this condition. If you have questions about getting a diagnosis, you should contact a healthcare professional.
If you need medical advice, you can look for doctors or other healthcare professionals who have experience with this disease. You may find these specialists through advocacy organizations, clinical trials, or articles published in medical journals. You may also want to contact a university or tertiary medical center in your area, because these centers tend to see more complex cases and have the latest technology and treatments.
If you can’t find a specialist in your local area, try contacting national or international specialists. They may be able to refer you to someone they know through conferences or research efforts. Some specialists may be willing to consult with you or your local doctors over the phone or by email if you can't travel to them for care.
You can find more tips in our guide, How to Find a Disease Specialist. We also encourage you to explore the rest of this page to find resources that can help you find specialists.
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
The following diseases are related to Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia 2. If you have a question about any of these diseases, you can contact GARD.
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