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Prader-Willi syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome refers to a complex genetic disorder associated with an abnormality of chromosome 15. Children with Prader-Willi syndrome typically suffer from short stature, mental retardation or learning disabilities , incomplete sexual development , certain behavior problems, low muscle tone, and an involuntary urge to eat constantly.
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