What Is Werner Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis is a condition where the patient will experience a build-up of plaque in their arteries. This is a potentially serious condition as the build up can mean that the patient’s arteries can become blocked. Atherosclerosis and other associated cardiovascular conditions are one of the leading causes of death in people that have Werner syndrome.
Patients with the condition are also more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, and this can mean even more changes to their lifestyle. People with diabetes will need to be careful about what they eat to help prevent dangerous spikes in their blood sugar levels.
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