Williams+Syndrome

Description: A rare con genental disorder characterized by physical and development problems. Symptoms: elfin- like facial features, heart and blood vessel problems, and dental and kidney abnormalities. (Jeffery)

A very rare disorder that it is characterrized by physical and development problems. (Maddie)

Chromosome location: It is located in Chromosome 7.(Maddie)

Williams syndrome is located in chromosome 7. (Jeffery)

Treatment: There is no cure for Williams syndrome, however, avoid taking extra calcium and vitamin D. (Jeffery)

There is no cure but you can treat high levels of blood calcium if it is present. The treatment is based on severeness. (Maddie)

Life Expectancy: Most patients won't live as long as normal, due to complications. (Jeffery)

Support Organizations: Supporting organizations are: the Williams Syndrome Foundastion and William Syndrome Association. (Jeffery)