ANGELMAN SYNDROME

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• Caused by severe reduction of expression of the gene UBE3a in the brain.
• Angelman syndrome affects an estimated 1 in 12,000 to 20,000 people.
• There is a small chance of inheriting this from a parent.

SYMPTOMS

• Delayed development.
• Lack of or minimal speech.
• Inability to walk, lack of balance.
• Frequent smiling and laughter.
• Happy, excitable personality.

TREATMENTS

• Anti-seizure medication.
• Physical therapy.
• Communication therapy.
• Behavior therapy.