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Diseases » Galactosemia I » Introduction
 

Galactosemia I

Galactosemia I: Introduction

Galactosemia I: A rare inherited disorder where deficiency of a particular enzyme (galactose-1-phosphate uridyl transferase) prevents the metabolism of galactose which is a sugar component of milk. Ranges from milk intolerance in mild cases to death in severe untreated cases. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Galactosemia I is available below.

Symptoms of Galactosemia I

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Medical Textbooks Online about Galactosemia I

Medical Books Excerpts
  • Galactosemia
  • "Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)" (2005)
  • Hepatomegaly
  • "Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition)" (2006)
  • Hepatomegaly
  • "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
  • Hepatomegaly
  • "Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses" (2007)
  • Hepatomegaly
  • "The Diagnostic Approach to Symptoms and Signs in Pediatrics" (2006)
 

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