2. -Genetics Return
-The syndrome is caused by the deletion of a gene that
is yet to be identified. Most cases of this gene mutation
Is from the paternal genes, but there are rare cases
where
The maternal gene is mutated.
-Neither mutations are caused by inheritance.
-The gene mutation
has been found in
the chromosome 15
region.
3. -Symptoms
-Rapid weight gain
-Constant hunger
-Distinct facial features
-Learning disabilities
-Physical disabilities
-Slow speech
-Scoliosis
-Poor development
-Delayed hormone growth
Symptoms can cause accidents that may lead to death
4. -Treatment
-Cures
-No cure for Prader Willi Syndrome is known
-Many families have used hormone treatments and special
diets to help people affected by Prader Willi.
Psychiatric help and special cares are available.
5. -Research centers
http://www.medicinenet.com/prader-willi_syndrome/article.htm
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/947954-overview#showall
Prader Willi Syndrome Association:
http://www.pwsausa.org/syndrome/index.htm
Foundation for Prader Willi research:
http://www.fpwr.org/
6. There is a 1 in 15000 chance of all births to be affected by Prader Willi Syndrome.
The Prader Willi Syndrome can happen to anyone.
The Syndrome is the most common defect in births.
Symptoms have caused death by choking.
Prader Willi lasts a person’s entire life.
Works Cited
Foundation for Prader-Willi Research |. Web. 19 Apr. 2011. <http://www.fpwr.org/>.
"Genetics of PWS." Prader-Willi Association (USA). Web. 19 Apr. 2011.
<http://www.pwsausa.org/syndrome/Genetics_of_PWS.htm>.
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