The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Zellweger Syndrome includes the 82 symptoms listed below:
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Unusual problems in prenatal development, an enlarged liver, high levels of iron and copper in the blood, and vision disturbances are among the major manifestations of Zellweger syndrome. (Source: Genes and Disease by the National Center for Biotechnology)
The most common features of Zellweger syndrome include an enlarged liver, high levels of iron and copper in the blood, and vision disturbances. Some affected infants may show prenatal growth failure. Symptoms at birth may include lack of muscle tone and an inability to move. Other symptoms may include unusual facial characteristics, mental retardation, seizures, and an inability to suck and/or swallow. Jaundice and gastrointestinal bleeding may also occur. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Zellweger Syndrome Information Page: NINDS)
When considering symptoms of Zellweger Syndrome, it is also important to consider Zellweger Syndrome as a possible cause of other medical conditions. The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Zellweger Syndrome may cause:
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The symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Zellweger Syndrome. This signs and symptoms information for Zellweger Syndrome has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Zellweger Syndrome signs or Zellweger Syndrome symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Zellweger Syndrome may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Zellweger Syndrome symptoms.
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