What Is Prader Willi Syndrome?
7. Other Complications
In addition to causing obesity, the patient’s huge appetite will sometimes lead to choking when binge eating. The amount of food that the patient eats will also sometimes cause their stomach to expand beyond normal levels. In a small percentage of cases the patient’s stomach can even rupture.
Prader-Willi syndrome will also have a negative impact on the patient’s quality of life overall. They can struggle socially and academically, as behavioral and cognitive issues prevent their development. The severity of the symptoms will vary from case to case, however, and some patients will be able to live relatively normal lives.
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