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A Comprehensive Guide: Is there a condition where you age fast?

Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) is an extremely rare genetic condition that causes children to age rapidly. While most people associate aging with the natural passage of time, certain genetic mutations can accelerate this process dramatically. This guide answers the question, **is there a condition where you age fast?**, by exploring the science behind these rare but serious progeroid syndromes.

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What is the disease that makes you age really fast?: A guide to progeria

Affecting approximately 1 in 18 million newborns worldwide, Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome is the extremely rare genetic disease that makes you age really fast. This progressive disorder causes children to exhibit signs of premature aging early in life, with profound consequences for their health and lifespan.

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