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Alternate Name(s): Galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase deficiency; Galactokinase deficiency; Galactose-6-phosphate epimerase deficiency ...... Galactosemia is the inability of the body to use ( metabolize ) the simple sugar galactose, causing the accumulation of galactose 1-phosphate in the body. This causes damage to the liver, central nervous system, and other body systems.
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If your child has galactosemia, a genetics specialist should be consulted promptly. The child should immediately be placed on a no-milk diet. This means no breast milk and no animal milk. Soy milk and infant soy formulas are generally used as substitutes.
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(PGC) is a national, non-profit, volunteer organization whose mission is to provide information, support, and networking opportunities to families affected by galactosemia. ... Read the Boston Globe's Article on Galactosemia...
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Galactosemia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Galactosemia is a disorder that affects how the body processes a simple sugar called galactose. A small amount of galactose is present in many foods. It is primarily part of a larger sugar called lactose, which is found in all dairy products and many baby formulas.
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Treatments for Galactosemia including drugs, prescription medications, alternative treatments, surgery, and lifestyle changes. ... Types of Galactosemia...
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Symptoms of Classic galactosemia including 11 medical symptoms and signs of Classic galactosemia, alternative diagnoses, misdiagnosis, and correct diagnosis for Classic galactosemia signs or Classic galactosemia symptoms. ... Signs of Classic galactosemia...
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Galactosemia: An Overview ... Dietary Management of Galactosemia ... The Genetics of Galactosemia...
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