Causes And Types Of Dwarfism

Dwarfism is a rare medical condition of short stature that may be caused by a genetic mutation or medical condition affecting bone growth. The condition goes by many names, including 'person of short stature,' 'little person,' and 'LP,' which are preferred over 'dwarf.' Many cases of dwarfism have an unknown cause when a gene spontaneously mutates, but the condition often runs in families.

It's a common misconception that dwarfism is just about height, but the condition comes from a genetic or medical condition. Most individuals with the condition are no more than four feet ten inches tall but short stature can be caused by other medical issues, such as malnutrition, not related to dwarfism.