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5 Facts you should know about

Cohen syndrome

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First described in 1973 by Dr. M.M. Cohen, Jr

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Characterized by obesity, intellectual disability, distinct craniofacial abnormalities, and potential ocular dysfunction

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General appearance is obesity with thin/elongated arms and legs

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Many people who have Cohen syndrome also suffer from neutropenia

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There are population groups with this condition in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and the US

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