What if opening the refrigerator door was life-threatening?
To a person with Prader-Willi Syndrome, it can be.
Prader-Willi Syndrome is a devastating genetic accident where the brain does not recognize hunger and appetite normally. If left undiagnosed or unmanaged, a person with PWS virtually lives to eat, not knowing when to stop.
The lifelong condition is further complicated by mental retardation, behavioral problems and developmental delays, often leading to obesity, diabetes, and premature death.
At this site, you'll find further information on the little-known and frequently misunderstood disorder known as Prader-Willi Syndrome...
Check out the 
PWSAA site.
Read the latest online issue of 
the Prader-Willi Nilli News
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