Galactosemia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments of this Rare Illness
Galactosemia is a rare but serious genetic metabolic condition resulting from a deficiency in one of the enzymes needed to metabolize galactose, a simple...
Understanding Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare inherited metabolic disorder that causes a dangerous buildup of the amino acid phenylalanine in the body. It results from...
Lactic Acidosis: Diagnosis and Management
Lactic acidosis is a condition characterized by excess lactic acid in the body, which may arise due to excess production or underutilization of lactate...
Hyperinsulinemia: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Hyperinsulinemia refers to higher-than-normal (hyper-) insulin levels in the blood (-emia). Produced by the pancreas, insulin is an essential hormone that regulates blood sugar...
Fulminant Hepatic Failure: What You Need to Know
Fulminant hepatic failure or FHF is a serious condition in which your liver suddenly shuts down, without any history of liver disease.
Hurler Syndrome: Understanding Its Causes & Treatments
Hurler syndrome is a lysosomal storage condition that occurs due to mutations in the IDUA gene on chromosome 4, leading to a deficiency or...
