MWS: Noticing Symptoms
Onset of Symptoms
People with MWS usually start having symptoms from birth. Occasionally, symptoms may start later in childhood.
Symptoms of MWS can occur without any obvious reason. Only a few situations have been linked to starting or making symptoms worse. For example, symptoms can begin after a person is exposed to cold temperature or when the body is tired.
Duration of Symptoms
There may be days when some MWS symptoms are not felt. When a person does have symptoms, he or she tends to get worse throughout the day. While some symptoms can last longer, MWS symptoms last 1 to 2 days.
Discussing the Diagnosis
People may not know that they have MWS, but their symptoms will make them aware that something is wrong. If a patient suspects he or she has this syndrome, a doctor should be consulted.
