Condition
Pediatric Angelman Syndrome
What You Need to Know
Angelman syndrome can happen when a baby gets both copies of a part of chromosome #15 from the father.
Key Symptoms
The most common symptoms of Angelman syndrome are:
- Short stature
- Severe intellectual disability
- Seizures
Diagnosis
Doctors typically diagnose Angelman Syndrome by:
- Genetic tests
Treatment
- There is no cure for Angelman syndrome
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Departments that Treat Angelman Syndrome
Neurogenetics
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