What Is Sotos Syndrome?
10. Related Disorders
Patients with Sotos syndrome generally have some degree of intellectual disability and behavioral issues. Some of the more frequent behavioral issues include phobias, obsessions, compulsions, impulsive behavior, tantrums, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
There are also other conditions that may be similar to Sotos syndrome. Examples include Weaver syndrome where there is also accelerated growth and characteristic facial appearances. Other similar syndromes are Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome, Simpson dysmorphia syndrome, and Fragile X syndrome. Confirmation and differentiation of the syndromes can be obtained through genetic testing.
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