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4 Treatments  for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

Overview

There is no cure for MLD. Care focuses on treating the symptoms and preserving the patient's quality of life with physical and occupational therapy. Research is studying techniques to replace the missing enzyme (arylsulfatase A. [read article]

Tests for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

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Aryl Sulfatase a Test
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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B-Hexosaminidase Test
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Surgical Procedures for Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

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A bone marrow transplant delivers healthy bone marrow stem cells into the patient. It replaces bone marrow that is either not working properly or has been destroyed...  More
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