When to See a Specialist About Prader-Willi syndrome
By Dr. Stephen Nelson, MD · · Genetic Medicine
Patients often ask us about Prader-Willi syndrome. Here is what our Genetic Medicine clinicians want you to know.
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Topic: Prader-Willi syndrome. A chromosomal disease that is characterized by weak muscle tone, feeding difficulties, poor growth, and delayed development. Beginning in childhood, affected individuals develop an insatiable appetite, which leads to chronic overeating and obesity.
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