About PWS
PWS is a complex genetic disorder presenting with a spectrum of symptoms found listed throughout this website. Individuals may present with less or more of these symptoms, each in varying degrees. The typically occurring symptoms which characterise PWS can be found in ‘What is PWS?‘ below. Further information about symptoms of PWS can be found in the Medical A-Z and Support and Management sections of our website. If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact us and we will be happy to find useful resources and answer questions.
What is PWS?
The main characteristics of PWS, what causes these characteristics, their genetic origin; plus an overview of basic care and support needs.
FAQs
We have tried to provide answers to some of the most frequently asked questions, but please ask us if you cannot find what you are looking for.
Stages of PWS
Changes in appetite and weight gain are gradual and complex. 5 major phases were outlined in this study of the nutritional phases of PWS.
