Hi everyone. I had opportunity to read many things about hip dysplasia. I’ve heard that it can be found on animals and humans. I wanted to ask you can you tell me more about that, especially is hip dysplasia hereditary disease? Thank you in advance on your prompt answer.
Hip dysplasia is a hereditary disease that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause many problems. It is a hereditary disease because it is caused of genetic and also of environmental factors. Hip dysplasia can be found in animals but also in humans, but is most commonly associated with dogs.In humans, hip dysplasia manifests in early usually from birth. They say that this disease is more common in girls.
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