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Werner’s syndrome, also known as the “Progeria of Adults”, is an inherited genetic disease that is characterized by premature aging. The symptoms of this disorder are diseases that are associated with aging and those include bilateral cataract formation, scleroderma-like skin changes, osteoporosis, atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, soft tissue calcification, voice changes such as high pitched, squeaky or hoarse voice, cancer, and feet becoming flat. However, the clinical symptoms of Werner syndrome do not appear until the affected individuals reach their twenties and become concerned with their sho