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What are the symptoms of Werner's disease?

Werner syndrome, often referred to as 'adult progeria,' is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the premature onset of aging-like symptoms in early adulthood. Affected individuals appear to age much faster than their chronological age, with symptoms becoming most apparent during their 20s and 30s. This rapid aging process, a key symptom of Werner's disease, is caused by a mutation in the *WRN* gene, which is critical for DNA repair.