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Angelman Syndrome Reviewed 07-01-2001 Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague Studies with patients Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) What is Angelman Syndrome?Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? Organizations What is Angelman Syndrome? Angelman syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by severe congenital mental retardation, unusual facial appearance, and muscular abnormalities. Symptoms of Angelman syndrome include unstable jerky gait, hand flapping, unusually happy demeanor, developmental delay, lack of or diminished speech, and microcephaly (small head). Epilepsy may develop in the early years of life, however it may decrease with age. Patients may also have balance problems. Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? Angelman Syndrome Foundation
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