ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Dysmelia

Dysmelia is a big word that means someone might have different shaped or sized body parts or limbs compared to other people. This can mean that they might have arms or legs that are shorter or longer than others, or they might be missing some body parts altogether. Dysmelia can happen for different reasons, like an accident, disease, or it can be something a person is born with. People with dysmelia are still just as cool and amazing as everyone else, and they can learn to do everything they want to, including playing sports or using tools. Just like when we wear different shoe sizes or clothes, people with dysmelia just have different shaped and sized body parts, and that's okay!