Werners Syndrome By Kyle Christensen Werner Syndrome AKA

Werner's Syndrome By Kyle Christensen

Werner Syndrome AKA: • MS • Adult progeria.

Type of Disorder • This disorder is a gene disorder. • This Gene is Recessive. • 1 in 200, 000 individuals in the United States will get this disorder.

CHROMOSOME GRAPHIC

SYMPTOMS of Werner's syndrome • • • Body begins to age faster than normal. Wrinkling and sagging of the face Decreasing muscle mass Thin skin and loss of fat under the skin Graying hair and hair loss A high-pitched voice

DIAGNOSTIC TESTING • Diagnosis of Werner syndrome is based on physical examination. • If the individual appears to be much older than he/she really is.

PROGNOSIS • The life span of individuals with Werner's syndrome is reduced, with death occurring on average in the mid 40 s, most commonly as a result of malignancy or myocardial infarction.

TREATMENT • Pre-natal screening may be available to parents who are considered at high risk of having an affected child. • There is no treatment.

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