What Causes Prader Willi Syndrome
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Prader-Willi syndrome
Obesity represents the greatest problem to health. Limiting caloric intake will control the obesity but the family, neighbors, school, and other institutions must cooperate closely... Read more »Prader-Willi syndrome
Floppy newborn infant (hypotonic) Small for gestational age Undescended testicles in the male infant Delayed motor development Slow mental... Read more »Prader-Willi syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome is a congenital (present from birth) disease characterized by obesity, decreased muscle tone, decreased mental capacity, and hypogonadism. Causes,... Read more »Causes of Obesity: Biological and Medical Causes
Biologic and Medical CausesObesity results when a person consumes more calories than energy. Several different factors may influence weight gain.About 90% of people who lose weight through dieting... Read more »Motormental retardation
Motormental retardation is delayed or decreased development of both mental and motor skills. Alternative Names Delayed motor and mental development; Retardation -... Read more »Images
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