A rare bacterial infection that mostly affects the small intestines. Interferes with the breaking down of foods and the absorption of nutrients in the digestive track. Can infect other organs.
Barth Syndrome
Rare genetic condition that enlarges the heart, weakens the muscles, reduces the body's ability to fight infection, and causes growth delays.
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP)
Muscular disease caused by a mutation in the body's repair mechanism that causes bone to form over the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues.