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− | [http://www.pwsausa.org PWSAUSA] | + | * [http://www.pwsausa.org/syndrome/basicfac.htm Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (PWSAUSA) Basic Facts on PWS] |
− | [http://www. | + | * [http://www.pwsausa.org/faq.htm PWSAUSA Frequently Asked Questions] |
− | == Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)- Briefly == | + | * [[PWS websites]] |
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+ | == Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) - Briefly == | ||
* A genetic syndrome that is believed to be the most common genetic cause of obesity. | * A genetic syndrome that is believed to be the most common genetic cause of obesity. | ||
− | * Three genetic subtypes: deletion, uniparental disomy (UPD), and | + | * Three genetic subtypes: deletion, uniparental disomy (UPD), and imprinting mutation. |
* First stage of PWS is characterized by low tone (floppiness) and failure to thrive. | * First stage of PWS is characterized by low tone (floppiness) and failure to thrive. | ||
* Second stage of PWS is characterized by a lack of normal hunger and satiety responses. | * Second stage of PWS is characterized by a lack of normal hunger and satiety responses. | ||
* There is currently no cure for PWS. | * There is currently no cure for PWS. | ||
* This Wiki is dedicated to the treatments, both conventional and unconventional, that are believed to improve the quality of life of PWS patients and their families. | * This Wiki is dedicated to the treatments, both conventional and unconventional, that are believed to improve the quality of life of PWS patients and their families. |
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Good overview information
Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) - Briefly
- A genetic syndrome that is believed to be the most common genetic cause of obesity.
- Three genetic subtypes: deletion, uniparental disomy (UPD), and imprinting mutation.
- First stage of PWS is characterized by low tone (floppiness) and failure to thrive.
- Second stage of PWS is characterized by a lack of normal hunger and satiety responses.
- There is currently no cure for PWS.
- This Wiki is dedicated to the treatments, both conventional and unconventional, that are believed to improve the quality of life of PWS patients and their families.