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Cystinosis Treatment

Cystinosis is an inborn error of metabolism characterized by an abnormal accumulation of the amino acid cystine in the cells of the body.

23 Nov 2009

Cystinosis Genetics

Cystinosis is an inborn error of metabolism which leads to the abnormal accumulation of an amino acid called cystine in the lysosomes of cells.

23 Nov 2009

Cystinosis is a relatively rare genetic condition, with an estimated 15 new cases diagnosed in the United States each year. Cystinosis is an inborn error of metabolism that leads to the abnormal accumulation of the amino acid cystine in the lysosomes of cells.

23 Nov 2009

What is Cystinosis?

Cystinosis is a lysosomal storage disease characterized by an abnormal accumulation of the amino acid cystine in the cells of the body. Also called cystine storage disease, it is an inborn error of metabolism that leads to the deposition of cystine crystal in various tissues such as the bone marrow, the cornea, the kidney and the liver.

23 Nov 2009

What is Arterial Stiffness?

The arteries are blood vessels that deliver oxygen and vital nutrients to all the vital organs and peripheries in the body. The heart pumps blood through these vessels and with each pulse blood flows to distal circulation.

23 Nov 2009

Cerebral Aneurysm Prognosis

An aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge that occurs in a weak blood vessel, usually at the point where the vessel branches. An aneurysm that forms in the brain is called a cerebral aneurysm.

23 Nov 2009

Cerebral Aneurysm Treatment

A brain (cerebral) aneurysm is a weak spot in an artery in the brain that swells and fills with blood.

23 Nov 2009

Cerebral Aneurysm Symptoms

A brain aneurysm seldom causes any noticeable symptoms until it ruptures. In some cases, however, a large aneurysm or one that is pressing against certain nerves or tissues may cause symptoms even though the aneurysm has not yet burst.

23 Nov 2009

Cerebral Aneurysm Causes

A cerebral aneurysm is a bulge that occurs in the wall of a blood vessel, usually at the point where it branches and the walls are weaker. As blood flows through the vessel, the wall bulges under pressure and is at risk of rupturing.

23 Nov 2009

What is a Cerebral Aneurysm?

An aneurysm is a balloon-like bulge that occurs in a weak blood vessel, usually at the point where the vessel branches. This weak point in the vessel wall bulges under pressure as blood passes through it.

23 Nov 2009

Friedreich's Ataxia Treatment

In suspected cases of Friedreich’s ataxia, a detailed medical evaluation is performed to assess the patient and rule out other conditions with similar symptoms. Usually, the treatment of this condition involves a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals which may include a neurologist, radiologist, surgeon, nurse, speech and language therapist, physiotherapist, cardiologist, ophthalmologist, orthopedic surgeon, urologist, endocrinologist, counsellor and a nutritionist or dietician.

23 Nov 2009

Friedreich's Ataxia Signs

Friedreich's ataxia is a hereditary disorder that leads to progressive and irreversible damage to the nervous system. Initial signs of the condition include problems with balance, speech and coordination and the illness can eventually lead to curvature of the spine, cardiac problems and diabetes.

23 Nov 2009

Friedreich's Ataxia Symptoms

Friedreich’s ataxia is a hereditary disorder that leads to progressive and irreversible damage to the nervous system.

23 Nov 2009

Friedreich's Ataxia Genetics

Friedreich’s ataxia is a genetic disorder that gradually causes increasing damage to the nervous system. Symptoms vary depending on the stage and severity of the disease but range from difficulty with speech and coordination through to curvature of the spine and cardiac problems.

23 Nov 2009