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Prader-Willi syndrome

Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic condition that can cause an limitless appetite. Read more about the symptoms and treatments.

Human growth hormone

Human growth hormone is a small protein that travels in the bloodstream to stimulate growth. Learn more about the uses of human growth hormone.

Rett syndrome

Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability. It’s been described relatively recently, so it’s not known how it progresses to middle age.

Dwarfism

Dwarfism refers to people of short stature. Most people with dwarfism lead relatively long and healthy lives. Find out more about dwarfism here.

Apraxia of speech

Apraxia of speech is a disorder that makes it difficult to move your mouth to produce sounds and words. Find out how a speech therapist can help.

Obesity in children

Childhood obesity is when a child has too much body fat for their age. There are simple steps to take to help your child move towards a healthy weight.

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