What is Prader-Willi syndrome?
Prader-Willi syndrome is a complex genetic disorder characterized by weak muscle tone, poor growth and delayed development. It causes a constant feeling of hunger that leads to chronic overeating and obesity.
How do members experience Prader-Willi syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Prader-Willi syndrome*
Common symptoms
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Common symptom
Pain
How bad it is
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Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Fatigue
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Prader-Willi syndrome*
Who has Prader-Willi syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 5 | |
| 20s | 10 | |
| 30s | 6 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 8 | |
| Female | 15 |