Adrenoleukodystrophy Learning Center
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Adrenoleukodystrophy describes any of several closely related inheritable disorders that involve the breakdown ( metabolism ) of certain fats (long chain fatty acids). These disorders affect the adrenal glands , nervous... |
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Symptoms
Childhood cerebral type: Adrenal problems; Changes in muscle tone, especially muscle spasms and spasticity; Crossed e...
Causes
Adrenoleukodystrophy is passed down from parents to their children as an X-linked genetic trait. It therefore affects...
Tests
Blood levels show elevated very-long-chain fatty acids; Chromosome study shows ABCD1 gene mutations; MRI of the head ...
Treatments
Adrenal dysfunction is treated with steroids (such as cortisol. A specific treatment for X-linked adrenoleukodystroph...
Alternative Therapies
Research is being done with other treatments such as lovastatin and 4-phenylbutyrate, both of which may help lower VL...
Prevention
Genetic counseling is recommended for prospective parents with a family history of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy. The...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if your child develops symptoms of X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy or if you have a chil...
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