Prader-Willi syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Drugs labeled for Prader-Willi syndrome
1 medication ingredients list an association with prader-willi syndrome in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Prader-Willi syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Prader-Willi syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Excessive daytime somnolence
A state of abnormally strong desire for sleep during the daytime....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Gastroesophageal reflux
A condition in which the stomach contents leak backwards from the stomach into the esophagus through the lower...
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Poor suck
An inadequate sucking reflex, resulting in the difficult of newborns to be breast-fed....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Prader-Willi syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Prader-Willi syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prader-Willi syndrome?
Prader-Willi syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Prader-Willi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Prader-Willi syndrome?
Prader-Willi syndrome is associated with 10 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Anxiety, Dysphagia, Edema, Excessive daytime somnolence, Failure to thrive, Gastroesophageal reflux. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Prader-Willi syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Prader-Willi syndrome include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Prader-Willi syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.