Prader-Willi Syndrome Support Group
Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a genetic disorder in which seven genes (or some subset thereof) on chromosome 15 are missing or unexpressed (chromosome 15q partial deletion). PWS is characterized by hyperphagia and food preoccupations, as well as small stature and mental retardation. In 2000, the US FDA approved the use of growth hormone treatment for treating symptoms...
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Among the main aims Of the FDA is to help the public avoid possible risks, but additionally to help veterinarian which... READ MORE
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My son is about to be 4 and over the last week his tantrums went from every couple days to several in one day. I am at... READ MORE
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Is there support groups for people with PWS? I have it.
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ok guys i am looking for support we adopted our duaghter almost 19 months ago. we started fostering her baby sister and... READ MORE
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on may 28 2012 , my doctor told my mother and I , my son has pws and i took it hard. i didnt understand what that... READ MORE
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have to be mentally retarded???? I've seen shows and read articles on this but I usually see that they are metally... READ MORE
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Hello, I am new to the forum and and found you outy as I need some really sound advice. Basically my two little... READ MORE
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I am 18 and i think i may have pws. for as long as i can remember everytime i will eat a meal i would never feel full.... READ MORE
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hi I am the Mother of 4 and foster Mother to another four My 37 year old has pws We have been through a lot with her... READ MORE
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Hello i am a freshman in college and i need some major help! i have always had problems with food and my weight. but... READ MORE
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my son is 23 months with global DDhe has been tested negative for pwshe has no diagnosis other than low muscle... READ MORE
