Prader-Willi Syndrome

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/28/2023 - 2:13pm
Definition
A rare, incurable genetic disorder that is characterized by short stature; lack of muscle tone, size and strength; poor motor skills; underdeveloped or small genitals; an insatiable appetite that can lead to obesity if untreated; mild intellectual disabilities; and learning disabilities. Babies with PWS are usually floppy with poor muscle tone, and have trouble suckling. Boys may have undescended testicles. Other signs appear later.
URL Name
YF-3000-6800
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.6800
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-6800
Use References
PWS
Publication Status
Online