What are symptoms of Williams syndrome?
A symptom of Williams syndrome is unique physical characteristics that are present when your child is born including:
- Full cheeks.
- Large ears.
- Prominent lips.
- Short stature.
- Small jaw.
- Upturned nose.
- Vertical skin folds that cover the inner corner of the eyes (epicanthal folds).
- Wide mouth.
What is elfin syndrome?
Elfin (Elven) facies is a form of facies where the patient presents with facial characteristics bearing some similarities to those traditionally associated with elves. It is characterized by prominent forehead, widely spaced eyes, upturned nose, underdeveloped mandible, dental hypoplasia, and patulous lips.
Will there ever be a cure for Williams syndrome?
There is no cure for Williams syndrome. Treatment involves easing the symptoms connected to the syndrome. Narrowed blood vessels can be treated if they cause symptoms. Physical therapy and speech therapy can also be beneficial.
Who is at risk for Williams syndrome?
Williams syndrome is a rare disorder that affects males and females in equal numbers and infants of any race may be affected. The prevalence of this disorder is approximately one in 10,000-20,000 births in the United States.
Is Williams syndrome similar to Down syndrome?
Williams syndrome and Down syndrome are both chromosomal disorders affecting people from birth. However, Williams syndrome is caused by a missing chromosome, while Down syndrome is caused by an extra chromosome.
Does Williams syndrome make you friendly?
People with Williams syndrome are described as having exceptionally friendly personalities, extremely sensitive and empathic, and therefore are also called “love children.” Williams syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by the deletion of one of the two copies of about 26 genes found on chromosome 7 in humans [1].