How common is the Williams syndrome?
Williams syndrome is a rare disorder that affects males and females in equal numbers and infants of any race may be affected. The prevalence of this disorder is approximately one in 10,000-20,000 births in the United States.
Are there any celebrities with Williams syndrome?
One notable person with the syndrome is Gabrielle Marion-Rivard, a Canadian actress and singer who won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Actress in 2014 for her performance in the film Gabrielle.
How long do you live with Williams syndrome?
Some people with Williams syndrome may have a reduced life expectancy due to complications of the disease (such as cardiovascular involvement). No studies specifically exist on life expectancy, although individuals have been reported to live into their 60s.
Is Williams Syndrome life threatening?
Challenges faced by a person with WS include difficulty understanding spatial relations, abstract reasoning, and numbers, and some potentially life-threatening complications, such as Cardiovascular problems and a high level of calcium in the blood.
How does Williams Syndrome affect the body?
Williams syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects many parts of the body. This condition is characterized by mild to moderate intellectual disability or learning problems, unique personality characteristics, distinctive facial features, and heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) problems.
Does Williams syndrome qualify for disability?
Williams Syndrome is considered to be a disability, however you cannot immediately claim SSI if your child has it because it’s not a listing claim.
Do I have Williams syndrome?
Diagnosis. Williams syndrome is usually diagnosed before a child is 4 years old. Your doctor will do an exam and ask about your family medical history. Then the doctor will look for facial features like an upturned nose, wide forehead, and small teeth.
What are some interesting facts about Williams syndrome?
Williams syndrome definition and facts* About 1 in 7,500 to 20,000 people have Williams syndrome. Williams syndrome is caused by deletion of genetic material from chromosome 7; the deleted area includes more than 25 genes and not all may be deleted so individuals may vary in the amount of genetic material deleted.