I chose to write about melorheostosis. This disorder usually affects the arms and legs and is normally only on one side of the body. The common symptom of melorheostosis is irregular bone growth such as thickening and widening of the bones. Since it only effects on side of the body, this causes the limbs to be uneven in length. Other symptoms can include pain, swelling, stiffness, unable to use full range of motion, swelling of the joints and abnormal muscles. The exact cause of melorheostosis is undiscovered. However, a genetic mutation has been characterized. Subsequently, it has not been directly related to melorheostosis and not all patients with the disorder have the mutated gene LEMD 3. As of present, there are only treatments to reduce
