New research from the University of East Anglia (UK) reveals the hidden struggles experienced by the brothers and sisters of people with Prader-Willi syndrome.

Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MD Key Takeaways Children with Prader-Willi syndrome often never feel full and may ...

Prader-Willi syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by changes to chromosome 15. It affects growth, behavior, and learning and requires continual management to avoid potentially life threatening ...

Prader-Willi syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects growth, behavior, and learning. There is no cure for the syndrome, but continual monitoring and treatment may improve a person’s quality of ...

After Heather Osterman’s son, Max, now 13, was born, she learned he had a genetic condition called Prader-Willi syndrome. While she and her husband were able to connect Max to all the therapies and ...

Affected populations: This genetic, multisystem disorder affects an estimated 1 in 30,000 to 1 in 10,000 people worldwide. Most cases of the syndrome occur sporadically, meaning the genetic changes ...

How Does It Work for Excessive Hunger? Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare condition usually caused by genetic changes in your DNA. It can also occur after a head or brain injury. The condition affects ...

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Federal regulators are clearing a first-of-its-kind treatment for symptoms of a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by insatiable hunger. The Food and Drug Administration approved a ...