WILLIAM SYNDROME

WHO DISCOVERED THE DISEASE

CURRENT STATUS

• They're isn't a cure
• And they're not looking for one because there are 25 genes missing

HOW THE BODY IS EFFECTED

• It effects growth
• Effects heart
• Effects blood vessel

HOW YOU GET WILLIAM SYNDROME

• Williams syndrome is caused by the spontaneous deletion of 26-28 genes on chromosome #7.
• The parents have nothing to do with it

TREATMENT

• There is no cure for William syndrome
• Avoid taking extra calcium and vitamin D
• Physical therapy is helpful in case of joint stiffness

SIGNS OF THE SYNDROME

• Easily distracted
• Delayed speech
• They have bad ADD
• They are bad at puzzles and drawing
• They are good at memorization

DIAGNOSIS

• Puffiness around the eyes
• Missing teeth
• Upturned nose

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

• What Is Williams Syndrome?" Williams Syndrome Association. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Dec. 2013.
• Social Brain Development in Williams Syndrome: The Current Status and Directions for Future Research." NCBI. U.S. National Library of Medicine, n.d. Web. 13 Dec. 2013.
• What are n.p. & n.d.? | See in list | Edit citation Citation added: "WILLIAMS SYNDROME." Williams Syndrome. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Dec. 2013. Support EasyBib! Try Premium!
• "Williams Syndrome and Research." Williams Syndrome Association. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Dec. 2013.