Réthy
Réthy is a genetic disorder characterized by premature aging, stunted growth, and various congenital anomalies. It is a rare and recessive disorder, affecting only a handful of people worldwide. The disorder was first identified in a Jewish family of Eastern European descent, which led researchers to label it a "Jewish genetic disease."
Individuals with Réthy suffer from a range of physical and developmental problems, including stunted growth, small
Studies have confirmed that Réthy follows an autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance, meaning that an individual
Researchers have noted similarities between Réthy and other progeroid syndromes, such as Werner syndrome, suggesting that
Overall, Réthy remains a rare and poorly understood disorder, primarily due to the limited reported cases. Ongoing