Brachydactyly is an inherited condition, which makes genetics the main cause. If you have shortened fingers or toes, other members of your family most likely also have the condition. It is an autosomal dominant condition, which means you only need one parent with the gene to inherit the condition.

Is Brachydactyly Type D rare?

The various types of isolated brachydactyly are rare, except for types A3 and D, which are common, prevalence being around 2% [1].

Is it bad to have Brachydactyly type D?

There are no dire complications related to brachydactyly type D — at least not medical ones. But anyone who's lived with these quirky digits — and there are an estimated 1 to 2 million of us in the U.S. alone — know that there are plenty of "side effects" that come with them.