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Williams syndrome is a genetic condition that is present at birth and can affect anyone. It is characterized by medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and learning disabilities. These occur side by side with striking verbal abilities, highly social personalities and an
affinity for music.
Williams syndrome affects 1 in 10,000 people worldwide - an estimated 20,000 to 30,000 people in the United States. It is known to occur equally in both males and females and in every culture.
Unlike disorders that can make connecting with your child difficult, children with Williams syndrome tend to be social, friendly and endearing. Parents often say they could not have imagined the joy and perspective their child with Williams syndrome has brought into their lives. Nearly everyone with Williams syndrome loves music, and for some, there is a musicality and eventual talent for music that is far greater than would be expected based on general functioning levels.
There are major struggles as well. Many babies have life-threatening cardiovascular problems.Children with WS need costly and ongoing medical care, and early interventions (such as speech or occupational therapy) that may not be covered by insurance or state funding. As they grow, they struggle with things like spatial relations, numbers and abstract reasoning, which can make daily tasks a challenge. And as adults, most people with WS need supportive housing to live to their fullest potential. Just as important are opportunities for social interaction. Adults with Williams syndrome often experience intense isolation which can lead to depression. They are extremely sociable and experience the normal need to connect with others; however people with Williams syndrome often don't process nuanced social cues and this makes it difficult to form lasting relationships.
Other characteristics common to Williams syndrome are:
Hypercalcemia (elevated blood calcium levels)
Low birth-weight / slow weight gain
Feeding problems
Dental abnormalities
Kidney abnormalities
Hernias
Hyperacusis (sensitive hearing)
Musculoskeletal problems
Information provided by the Williams Syndrome Association (WSA). For additional information, please visit the WSA's web site at http://www.williams-syndrome.org
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Is Williams syndrome known by different names?
Yes. In Europe, it is called "Williams-Beuren syndrome," since Williams and Beuren each independently described this syndrome.
Is Williams syndrome life threatening?
No, Williams syndrome is not life threatening but can be if not treated with the correct medical care
Does Williams robin have Williams syndrome?
No, he's bipolar.
What are the physical needs of people with Williams syndrome?
People with Williams syndrome should be seen by a doctor to monitor calcium levels.
What is Williams syndrome?
Well you get stabbing pains in your chest, tetsy syndrome ?
How is Williams syndrome carried on?
if you were born and your mother or father had William syndrome, you can inherit the syndrome or disease.
What are facts about Williams Syndrome?
None
What are the genetic disorder caused by deletion from chromosome?
Deletion Syndrome or Williams Syndrome
How many people in the world have Williams Syndrome?
3500
Does Orlando Bloom have Williams syndrome?
I'm gonna have to tell you NO.
Are there any celebrities with Williams syndrome?
yes orlando bloom
Can people with Williams syndrome have babies?
No way!If the baby is born then it may catch the syndrome aswell...... moving on to the next one
