How can progeria be treated?

There is no way to prevent progeria, there are no treatments to cure progeria as well. Though, regular medical care and certain treatments may help to reduce some symptoms and slow progression of the disease. Treatment plans are individualized and may include physical therapy occupational therapy to minimize joint stiffness and improve activity and mobility. Dietary treatments may include tube feeding for infants and supplements to help reduce weight loss. Surgical procedures may be recommended in some children with progeria. These include pulling out the baby teeth so that prematurely erupting adult teeth have enough room to develop. Artery bypass surgery or angioplasty may also be recommended to slow the development of cardiovascular disease.